Flavor family
Bitter
Edge and backbone that balances richness: fenugreek, bay, mace.
No. 89Spice
Ajwain
Sharp, thyme-like, pungent, bitter
pungent·herbal·bitter
No. 22Herb
Bay leaf
Herbal, piney, faintly tea-like, subtle
herbal·bitter
No. 48Spice
Celery seed
Savory, grassy, bitter, concentrated celery
herbal·bitter
No. 81Spice
Dried lime
Sour, fermented, musty, intensely citrus
citrusy·bitter
No. 31Spice
Fenugreek
Bitter, earthy, maple-sweet aroma
bitter·earthy·sweet
No. 78Spice
Mahleb
Nutty, bitter-almond, cherry, floral
nutty·floral·bitter
No. 11Herb
Oregano
Herbal, peppery, slightly bitter, aromatic
herbal·bitter
No. 36Herb
Sage
Savory, earthy, piney, slightly musty
herbal·bitter
No. 8Spice
Sumac
Tart, lemony, fruity, deep red
citrusy·bitter
No. 9Spice
Turmeric
Earthy, bitter, musky, mildly peppery
earthy·bitter