Spice for Life Organic Cubeb Pepper (Whole Peppercorns)

The history and background of pepper
For a long time the Cubeb pepper was little known in Europe, even though it was used by the Greeks and Romans. It contains a high proportion of essential oils and is used in Chinese medicine as a natural remedy. In India, Cubeb pepper is said to have an aphrodisiac effect.

The peppercorns used in this product were grown in Indonesia under strictly controlled organic conditions, giving them the best possible flavour. The tropical climate and sustainable farming methods guarantee that the environment isn't harmed and that the products are processed in a gentle, healthy way.

Taste and benefits
The organic Cubeb pepper has a warm flavour with a subtle touch of bitterness and contains menthol. It can be used as a normal black pepper and goes very well with meat and vegetable dishes. However, contrary to conventional black pepper, organic Cubeb pepper has an almost perfume-like flavour that gives way to a rather bitter taste that turns into a complex and menthol-y aftertaste. You can also use it to flavour many Asian dishes, including soups or curries.