Pungent, sharp, and warmly spicy.
A fine to coarse powder from the dried peppercorns.
A dark, grayish-black to deep brown powder.
Black Pepper is the world’s most traded spice. It is the dried, unripe fruit (peppercorn) of a flowering vine native to the Malabar coast in Southern India. Its spiciness comes from the compound piperine, which is also responsible for many of its health benefits, including its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Known as the “King of Spices,” Black Pepper is one of the most important herbs in Ayurveda. Its heating potency makes it a powerful digestive stimulant that burns toxins (ama) and clears congestion. It is a key ingredient in the formula Trikatu. It is also a “bio-enhancer,” meaning it increases the absorption and effectiveness of other herbs and nutrients, most famously turmeric.
We source our peppercorns from the lush, tropical regions of Southern India, selecting them for their high piperine content and robust aroma.
The peppercorns are harvested while still green, then dried under the sun until they shrivel and turn black. They are then ground to preserve their pungent flavor and potent properties.
