Ginger is a flavoring that comes from the root of a plant in the Ginger family. The root is often dried and ground and is used as a spice in gingerbread, ginger ale, gingersnaps and Asian dishes. Ginger has a slight hot bite and has an aroma that is rich, sweet, warm and woody. This is about 6 3/4 oz, which is a little more than 1 full cup of seasoning.