Yes it is. Around these parts restaurants like to have “unique” seasoning for their steamed blue crabs. So this company (harbor spice) that I sometimes help out during their busy times. Has a I think about eight to ten variations they sell. The owner Dan has been doing spices for over 30 years. And is like a mad scientist. He has herbs and raw ingredients from all over the world. And mixes them up in a lab. The 1452 he considers one of his best versions of bay seasoning. Think of it like all the variations of Bay Rum in our hobby.