Basil Oil Indian is one of the more popular contemporary origins of basil oil, as its savory, spicy, slightly sweet aroma is highly desirable among modern consumers. The oil is considered a “Methyl Chavicol” type, indicative of its high concentration of that chemical component. Indian basil oil is also more economical in comparison to the Comores type, which allows it to be used in a wider variety of applications. Powerful and impactful, basil oil Indian distinguishes itself from other Methyl Chavicol types through its intense but pleasant profile.