Verbena pepper* | whole

What is it about / Product description

Verbena pepper is a mild pepper spice from Vietnam with fine bitter notes and a pronounced citrus character. The whole pepper berries are reminiscent of lemon verbena in their aroma and add fresh, lemony accents to functional formulations. Within the Biova range, this bulk product is aimed particularly at professional users in the dietary supplement sector.

Thanks to its coarse grain size as chunks / whole, Verbena pepper can be flexibly ground from coarse to fine and precisely adapted to your production processes. Carefully selected batches and standardized quality assurance at Biova support consistent sensory quality. The pepper berries are ideal for industrial applications where a clear, citrus‑forward aroma profile is required.

In product development, Verbena pepper offers numerous possible uses – from capsules and powder blends through to granulated dietary supplements. Its lemony‑peppery note pairs well with herbs, citrus fruits and other spices and clearly stands out from classic black pepper. This creates a differentiated aroma profile that enhances the sensory quality of functional foods and dietary supplement varieties.

Origin

The pepper berries come from Vietnam, from warm, predominantly tropical growing regions with high levels of sunlight. Well‑drained soils promote the development of essential oils and the typical citrus note. Biova works with partners who focus on gentle post‑harvest treatment and consistent raw material quality.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The plants are conventionally cultivated and harvested at the optimum stage of ripeness. The berries are hand‑picked, dried at moderate temperatures, then cleaned and carefully sorted. Afterwards, the product is packed as whole chunks in bulk units and prepared for industrial processing.

Special features

Compared to classic pepper, Verbena pepper offers a distinctly fresher, citrus‑accented aroma profile with mild pungency. The chunk form as bulk goods allows on‑demand grinding directly in production. For Biova customers it is particularly interesting that the aroma can be easily integrated into powder and capsule formulations.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on altitude and microclimate, the intensity of the citrus note and the expression of the bitter aromas may vary slightly. Goods from higher‑lying regions often show a finer, more elegant acidity, while lower altitudes tend to produce robust, spicy nuances. Through standardized processing steps, Biova ensures that the sensory quality remains within defined specifications.

Taste & aroma

On the nose, fresh lemon and verbena notes dominate, underpinned by mild pepper heat. On the palate, there is a harmonious interplay of gentle pungency, light bitter tones and a clear, citrus‑like finish. This profile makes Verbena pepper an interesting alternative to conventional pepper in functional applications.

Possible applications

• Refining dietary supplement capsules with a lemony‑peppery note
• Use in powder blends such as drink powders, superfood or vitamin blends
• Flavouring functional bars, granulates or tablets in the dietary supplement sector

Product specification

• Country of origin: Vietnam
• Grain size: chunks / whole
• Colour: brown to dark brown, pepper‑like
• Product form: bulk goods for industrial processing
• Weight unit: 1.0 kg per unit