The grains are coated with a resiny natural pesticide and preservative compound, saponin, which is bitter and soapy flavored.

The resiny essences of the pines pervade every pore of his body, and eating his flesh is like chewing gum.

There is an enveloping smell, a resiny odor not unlike marijuana, the sharp smell that comes off an expensive beer.

Bakers are invited to embellish at their whim, adding delicate, balmy dill; warm, bold oregano; assertive, licorice-like tarragon; or resiny thyme.