Tallow | Bayberry

The wax is synthesized by unique multicellular structures on the fruit exocarp known as "knobs". It is one of the highest reported surface lipid accumulations in the plant world, making up roughly 32% of the fruit's dry weight. : Distinctive olive-green.

: Naturally herbal and spicy, often described as piney or citrusy. bayberry tallow

The extraction of bayberry tallow is a labor-intensive process, which historically contributed to its high value. The wax is synthesized by unique multicellular structures

In Early American and Colonial life, bayberry tallow was a prized commodity for its aromatic properties and clean-burning quality. : Naturally herbal and spicy, often described as

: Extremely thick and crystalline at room temperature.

: Once the water cools, the hardened wax is skimmed off, filtered through cheesecloth, and sometimes blended with beeswax to increase the durability and structure of the final candles. Composition and Characteristics