Basil flavor feels off

[terence82]

I just started growing basil for my home cooking, but the flavor seems weaker. I’m using LED lights and a simple Kratky setup. Could it be the nutrients or light spectrum? Any tips for boosting taste?

 

[Alan]

I had a similar setup last year and noticed flavor improved when I adjusted the light spectrum. More red and far-red wavelengths helped. What kind of nutrients are you using? Sometimes a change there can really bring out the taste.