Provided is a composition for oral cavity with improved persistence of a spicy taste, said composition having an enhanced and long-lasting mint flavor. The composition for oral cavity contains an extract of at least one spice selected from the group consisting of Spilanthes acmella Linn., Capsicum annuum Linn., Zanthoxylum piperitum DC., cinnamon, black pepper, Zingiber mioga, Perilla frutescens Britton, garlic, mustard, allspice, onion, cardamom, turmeric and nutmeg.