Producer: Mieli Thun
Location: Vigo di Ton TN, Italy
Flavor Profile:
It has the scent of new-mown grass and wet hay. the taste is medium sweet, with notes of boiled milk and grape must, with low acidity and tenuous plant aromas. Alfalfa has a pollination mechanism that “smacks” the bees when they land on the flowers.
Accompaniments:
In the water for polenta, and also for semolina. in gelatin for cold cuts or added to soups with legumes, vegetables and grains, just before serving.
Recommended Uses:
Used to make soft nougat and jelly candies. as an ingredient in spreadable chocolate and hazelnut cream and to sweeten mulled wine.