Cherry pit oil, also referred to as cherry kernel oil, [1] is a seed oil that is derived from the pits of cherries. It is used for culinary purposes as a flavorant, as a fragrance and as an ingredient in cosmetics, such as lipstick. [2] [3] [4] [5]
The oil has a brownish to yellow color in its natural state, and after it is purified, its color is pale golden. [1] It has been described as having a "nutty" odor. [1]
Culinary uses of cherry pit oil include serving as a flavorant in beverages, ice cream and condiments. [2]
Cherry pit oil, also referred to as cherry kernel oil, [1] is a seed oil that is derived from the pits of cherries. It is used for culinary purposes as a flavorant, as a fragrance and as an ingredient in cosmetics, such as lipstick. [2] [3] [4] [5]
The oil has a brownish to yellow color in its natural state, and after it is purified, its color is pale golden. [1] It has been described as having a "nutty" odor. [1]
Culinary uses of cherry pit oil include serving as a flavorant in beverages, ice cream and condiments. [2]