The present invention describes a formulation and dispensing methodology
for liquid spice that can be used as a volume-for-volume replacement for
traditional herbs and spices with a flavor true to the fresh herb or
spice. This formulation gives a product free of microbiological
contamination without the need for chemical or radiation-based
disinfection. The formulation uses a natural-product extraction of fresh
or dried herbs or spices, diluted with carriers such as a nutritive oil,
ethanol, propylene glycol, or water (or a combination or combinations of
the above). The resulting solution can either be used as-is or filtered
to provide optimum clarity. The resulting concentration of the flavor
component in the carrier is standardized to provide a flavor comparable
to a fresh or dried herb or spice. The present invention further provides
for convenient delivery of the formulated liquid spice to displace
traditional measuring practices.