Allspice, Whole

Whole Allspice from Country Life Natural Foods are dried berries used in both sweet and savory dishes, from desserts and stews to curries, marinades, pickles, jams, and chutneys. Whole berries keep their aroma longer than ground and can be steeped, mulled, or ground fresh as needed.

At a glance

• Type: Whole allspice berries
• Size: 16 oz
• Ingredients: Whole allspice
• Traditionally valued for: Antioxidants and the compound eugenol
• Uses: Sweet and savory cooking, pickling, mulling
• Vendor: Country Life Natural Foods

Best for

• Pickling, jams, and chutneys
• Stews, curries, and braises
• Mulled cider and warm drinks
• Grinding fresh for baking
• Caribbean and jerk seasoning
• Holiday and seasonal cooking

How to use

Add whole berries to pickling brines, stews, curries, and mulling blends, then strain before serving, or grind them fresh for baking. Toasting the berries briefly deepens their aroma.

Flavor profile

Warm, fragrant, and peppery, with the layered character of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a single berry.

About Country Life Natural Foods

Country Life Natural Foods is a Michigan-based natural foods distributor offering bulk grains, beans, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, and pantry staples for home cooks and food-storage planners.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.