Patagonia pepper | whole

What is it about / Product description

This rare Patagonia pepper from the south of Chile comes from the Magellanic winter bark and is offered as whole berries. In Biova spice quality it presents itself in dark, almost black chunks with a decorative character. The aroma combines sweet, fruity notes with a subtle hint of cinnamon and exotic spices.

Characteristic of this pepper are the initially mild, sweet notes, followed by distinctly sharper accents with a slightly numbing effect on the tongue. The whole berries are gently dried and offered in bulk, which allows them to retain their intense aroma for a long time. Biova relies on carefully selected goods from controlled sources.

In the kitchen, Patagonia pepper is ideal for freshly grinding in a mortar or roughly chopping, as it is only partially suitable for classic pepper mills. Use it to refine dark meat, game, stews or creative dips and chutneys. Thanks to its sweet nuances, it also harmonises perfectly with exotic fruits and dark chocolate.

Origin

The pepper comes from Patagonia in the south of Chile, a region with a cool, humid climate and evergreen rainforests. These conditions allow the berries of the Magellanic winter bark to ripen slowly and develop a complex aroma. Biova sources the raw material directly from selected growing areas.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The evergreen shrubs can grow up to 20 metres high and bear fragrant white flowers from which bluish berries develop. Harvesting usually takes place between March and May, when the fruits have reached their full aroma. They are then gently dried and prepared as whole, black chunks for further processing.

Special features

Patagonia pepper differs significantly from classic black pepper, as botanically it belongs to the Drimys species. The combination of a sweet, fruity start, cinnamon-like notes and a delayed onset of heat makes it a very special spice. Offered as whole berries in bulk, it is ideal for professional kitchens and ambitious home cooks.

Differences in origin and processing

Due to its special origin in the Patagonian rainforest, this pepper develops a different flavour profile from tropical pepper varieties. Gentle drying and the absence of grinding at Biova preserve the essential oils in the best possible way. When freshly crushed in a mortar, the difference from industrially ground peppers becomes particularly apparent.

Taste & aroma

On the nose, the pepper is reminiscent of cinnamon, jasmine and ripe berries, accompanied by a warm spiciness. On the palate it is initially mild, sweet and fruity before a surprisingly strong, slightly numbing heat sets in. This multi-layered profile makes it ideal for creative, flavour-driven cuisine.

Possible uses

• Coarsely crushed with dark meat, game and stews
• As an aromatic component in dips, chutneys and sauces
• In desserts with exotic fruits or dark chocolate

Product specification

• Country of origin: Chile
• Grain size: Chunks / whole
• Colour: Black
• Sales unit: approx. 1.05 kg bulk per unit
• Product type: Food / spice