Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries
Jamaican Allspice Berries

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Jamaican Allspice Berries

Jamaican allspice, also known as pimento, is a spice derived from the dried unripe berries of the Pimenta dioica plant, which is native to the Caribbean, particularly Jamaica. The name "allspice" comes from the fact that the flavor is said to resemble a combination of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

When using Jamaican allspice berries in cooking, you can grind them as needed for recipes, or you can tie them in a cheesecloth bag and add them to dishes like soups and stews, removing the bag before serving.

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About the Spice

Fine Spice - Jamaican Allspice Berries

  • Flavor and Aroma: Jamaican allspice has a warm, sweet, and aromatic flavor with notes of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. It adds depth and complexity to both sweet and savory dishes.
  • Appearance: The dried berries are small, brown, and wrinkled, resembling large peppercorns. They are about 1/4 to 1/2 inch in diameter.
  • Jamaican Cuisine: In Jamaican cuisine, allspice is a fundamental ingredient in many dishes, such as jerk chicken and jerk pork. It's also used in soups, stews, and various marinades.
  • Global Cuisine: While it is closely associated with Jamaican cuisine, allspice is used in a variety of global dishes. It's a common ingredient in spice mixes like pumpkin pie spice and can be found in recipes from various culinary traditions.
  • Culinary Uses: Allspice is a versatile spice used in a variety of dishes. It's a key ingredient in Jamaican jerk seasoning, pickling spice blends, and is commonly used in baking, especially in desserts and holiday recipes.
  • Health Benefits: Allspice has been used in traditional medicine for its potential digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. It has been suggested to have antioxidant and antimicrobial effects, but more research is needed to confirm these potential health benefits.
Ingredients

Whole allspice berries

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain the quality and flavor

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How to Use Jamaican Allspice Berries

Our whole allspice berries are carefully sourced for freshness and packed in small batches to preserve their bold aroma.
Whether you’re simmering stews, baking holiday treats, or perfecting authentic Jamaican jerk, these berries transform
everyday meals into something unforgettable.

  • Grind Fresh – Use a spice grinder or mortar & pestle to release full flavor for jerk seasoning, rubs, and baked goods.
  • Simmer Whole – Add 2–3 berries to soups, stews, curries, or mulled cider for a slow infusion.
  • Pickling & Preserving – Ideal for chutneys, marinades, and pickled vegetables.
  • Infuse – Enhance brines, teas, or homemade liqueurs with its warm aroma.

Pro Tip: A little goes a long way—start with 2–3 whole berries in simmered dishes or ½ teaspoon ground in baked recipes.

Culinary Uses

  • Jamaican Jerk chicken, pork, and seafood
  • Caribbean rice and bean dishes
  • Savory stews, curries, and braises
  • Apple pie, spice cakes, and holiday cookies
  • Pickled vegetables, chutneys, and sauces
  • Warm winter drinks like cider, mulled wine, or spiced rum

Pairs Well With

  • Savory: Garlic, onion, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, chili
  • Sweet: Cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla
  • Proteins: Pork, chicken, beef, lamb, seafood
  • Produce: Apples, pears, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, plantains

Fine Spice - Jamaican Allspice Berries

  • Sourced from the Caribbean for authentic flavor
  • Packed in small batches for peak freshness
  • A gourmet essential for both everyday meals and elevated recipes