Allspice Berries (Pimenta dioica) - Bulk

R 159.00

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INCI: Pimenta dioica

Allspice Berries (Pimenta dioica) are dried whole berries valued for their warm, fragrant flavour that naturally combines notes of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. They are a classic pantry staple for cooking, baking, and spice blending, and are also used as an aromatic addition to herbal tea mixes. Whole berries keep their flavour well when stored correctly and can be ground fresh as needed. This is a single-ingredient culinary spice with no additives.

Key properties

Botanical Name: Pimenta dioica
Common Name: Allspice Berries
Form: Whole dried berries
Flavour Profile: Warm, sweet-spicy, clove-like with cinnamon and nutmeg notes
Also Known As: Pimenta, Jamaica pepper
Suitable For: Cooking, baking, spice blends, gin botanicals, herbal tea blends
Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
Size Options: 250g, 500g or 1kg

What it’s used for

This product is commonly used to:

Add flavour to meat, vegetables, stews, sauces, and marinades
Create spice blends and rubs
Use as a gin botanical
Add a warming note to herbal tea blends
Grind fresh for maximum aroma and flavour

Who it’s for

This product is suitable for:

Home cooks and bakers wanting a versatile warming spice
People who enjoy making custom spice blends
Cocktail and gin infusion enthusiasts
Anyone who prefers whole spices for fresher grinding

This product is not for:

Customers who want a pre-ground spice for convenience
Anyone who dislikes warm clove-like spice notes
Those looking for a sweetened or flavoured tea product

How to use

As a Culinary Spice: Add whole berries to soups, stews, pickles, and marinades, then remove before serving, or grind into powders for baking and spice blends.
As a Gin Botanical: Use a small amount with other botanicals and steep to taste.
As a Tea Blend Add-In: Add a few berries to your herbal blend, then strain after steeping.
Processing Tip: Lightly crack the berries before use to release more aroma, or grind fresh in small batches.

Safety instructions

When used as a spice in small culinary amounts, allspice is generally considered safe.
Keep out of reach of children.
Store sealed in a cool, dry place.

Faqs

Q: Why is it called “allspice”?
A: Its flavour naturally resembles a blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Q: Should I buy whole berries or ground allspice?
A: Whole berries keep their aroma longer and can be ground fresh for stronger flavour.

Q: How do I store allspice for best freshness?
A: Keep it sealed in a cool, dry pantry away from heat and moisture.

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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