lemon verbena
noun
: a small shrub (Aloysia citrodora) of Chile and Argentina that has narrow lemon-scented leaves
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The base wine is fortified and infused with orange peel, wild fennel and lemon verbena for a delicate sip that can be simply savored over ice with an orange twist.
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Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
The initial citrus brightness of lemon verbena and grapefruit gives way to the earthy and resinous notes of wild juniper, as well as the warmth and spiciness of coriander seeds.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Ingredients range from varietals of mint, basil and an array of chiles to the unexpected, like mustard, lemon verbena and wasabi.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
The finish is lengthy and floral, with lingering notes of lemon verbena, herbs, and spice.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
The initial citrus brightness of lemon verbena and grapefruit gives way to the earthy and resinous notes of wild juniper, as well as the warmth and spiciness of coriander seeds.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Ingredients range from varietals of mint, basil and an array of chiles to the unexpected, like mustard, lemon verbena and wasabi.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
The finish is lengthy and floral, with lingering notes of lemon verbena, herbs, and spice.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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“Lemon verbena.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemon%20verbena. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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