The fruits of the pepper plant are normally harvested in their green, unripe state and dried until they turn black. However, pepper only gains a fine seasoning power when its grains are harvested exactly at the time of ripeness. This is the case with our pepper. It comes from the spice region of Kerala in southern India, which is famous for its special climate. This is where the old pepper varieties Karimunda, Vellamunda and Thevanmunda, which are now threatened with extinction, grow. Originally native to the jungle, the varieties are cultivated by small farmers in the traditional way by planting them back into the jungle in isolated cases. The harvest quantities are therefore small - but the aroma of this pepper is indescribable due to its high content of essential oils.

Until just a few decades ago, the spice trade classified its precious products in a wide variety of ways based on origin and quality grades. We uphold this tradition and offer authentic origins and the finest qualities—not only in terms of the products themselves, but also in terms of testing, processing, and storage. Behind this are producers who have been dedicated to their spices for generations, as well as enthusiasts who have only been passionately pursuing their calling for a few years. All of our spices are gently dried immediately after harvest, which ensures that the flavor-bearing compounds are preserved as effectively as possible. You’ll notice the decisive difference in aromatic finesse and flavor intensity.

Sales description:

Black peppercorns

Ingredients:

Black peppercorns

Storage and preparation instructions:

Store in a cool and dry place.

Origin / provenance:

India

Responsible food company:

Gelsenkirchener Werkstätten für angepaßte Arbeit gGmbH Braukämperstr. 100 45899 Gelsenkirchen Germany