Cubeb Berries, also called Java or Tailed Pepper, offer a pungent, peppery bite with hints of nutmeg, juniper, and allspice. An aromatic spice with a long culinary history, cubeb shines in Moroccan, Indonesian, and medieval-style cooking, as well as in cocktails.
At a glance
Vendor: Old Town Spice Shop
Type: Whole pantry spice
Botanical: Piper cubeba
Also known as: Tailed pepper, Java pepper
Sizes: 1.2 oz grinder, plus 1 oz, 4 oz, and 8 oz bags
Best for
Spice rubs for grilled meats
Moroccan tagines and ras el hanout-style blends
Indonesian curries and stews
Gin botanical infusions and bitters
Pepper grinder blends
Mulled wines and aromatic syrups
How to use and pairings
Grind fresh into spice mixes or crack into braises. Pairs with cinnamon, clove, ginger, juniper berry, coriander, and citrus peel.
About Old Town Spice Shop
Old Town Spice Shop carries unusual peppercorns and global spices alongside everyday pantry staples.
