Calament ou Calamus. Kalaminth.

No. 337. - Calamint is an aromatic root, of the Ornis variety, having a delicate, violet odor, and is used as a substitute to impart a violet flavor.

To make the flavor, by infusion, cut the roots in small pieces, put them in a bottle, pour alcohol over them, and then cork the bottle tight. Pastry cooks use the roots for flavoring when they are dried and pulverized.