SC - Ambergris?

[Meliora & Drake]

Thanks Adamantius,

>From what I have read, Ambergris is supposed to be a waxy substance.  Any ideas
whether it was used for the perfume/smell only or whether the texture was
important.

Regards
Meliora.

Philip & Susan Troy wrote:

> Meliora & Drake wrote:
> >
> > Greetings all,
> >
> > I am quite a few days behind on the list, so if this topic has come up
> > already then I apologise.
> >
> > I have been reading a few late period marmalades and preserves recipes
> > that call for the use of a few grains of ambergris.
> >
> > Now I know that ambergris comes from a whale and is therefore not
> > readily available - but what is its function in these recipes and what
> > do you guys use as a substitute?
>
> It's a perfume. While not an especially close substitute, many
> contemporary recipes (to the ones you're working with, I mean) seem to
> call for a few grains of musk, which might be difficult to get hold of
> too, but you might be able to find some kind of essential oil. I know a
> SCAdian who might have some information on edible perfumes; I'll see
> what she recommends.
>
> Adamantius
> --
> Phil & Susan Troy
>
> troy at asan.com
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