Allspice, Ground

Ground Allspice from Old Town Spice Shop is made from the dried, unripe berries of the Pimenta dioica tree, with a warm flavor that suggests cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg at once. A single spice that tastes like a blend, it works across sweet and savory cooking worldwide.

At a glance

• Type: Ground spice
• Source: Dried unripe Pimenta dioica berries
• Flavor: Warm, sweet, subtly peppery
• Reminiscent of: Cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg
• Cuisines: Caribbean, Mexican, Indian, English, North American
• Vendor: Old Town Spice Shop

Best for

• Caribbean jerk seasoning
• Mexican mole and chili con carne
• Curry spice blends
• Mince pies, Christmas pudding, and baked goods
• Barbecue rubs
• Gifts for home cooks and bakers

How to use

Stir into rubs, marinades, mole, curries, and baked goods, adding a little at a time to build warmth.

Flavor profile

Warm and slightly sweet with a subtle peppery note, tasting like a natural blend of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

About Old Town Spice Shop

Old Town Spice Shop blends and sells single spices and seasoning blends for everyday home cooking.

Made by Old Town Spice Shop, based in Fort Collins, Colorado.