Pfefferdieb Organic Juniper Berries, Wild-Harvest, 100 g

Some things simply can’t be rushed. Great flavour takes time — and juniper berries are the perfect example. They require two to three years to fully mature and develop their deep, complex aroma.

The result is a unique flavour profile of resinous, forest-like depth, subtle sweetness, and a pleasantly bitter note — worlds apart from berries harvested too early. They lend dark sauces an unmistakable richness and are the secret ingredient in any well-made ragout with game meat or a hearty stew. Whether you simmer them whole or crush them in a mortar to release their essential oils, they pair beautifully with bay leaves and pepper. They're also excellent for smoking fish.