Whole allspice (pimento), Mexico

Product description

Discover Mexican allspice, also known as pimento, clove pepper or Jamaican pepper. The whole brown berries have an aroma reminiscent of a balanced blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, pepper and cloves and are ideal for professional kitchens.

For this classic spice, Biova relies on carefully selected wholesale quality with uniform berry size and consistent reliability. Gentle drying preserves the essential oils, creating a warm, spicy seasoning with medium heat that adds depth to dishes without overpowering them.

The berries are highly versatile in use: they can be simmered whole, crushed in a mortar or freshly ground. This allows you to add a distinctive allspice note to your spice blends, braised dishes or baked goods, rounding off both savoury and sweet recipes.

Origin

The allspice berries come from Mexico, a traditional growing region with a warm, tropical climate and nutrient-rich soils. These conditions promote a well-balanced ratio of heat, spice and essential oils, which Biova specifically selects for its bulk formats.

Cultivation / production / harvest

Allspice trees are perennial shrubs that grow several metres tall. The berries are harvested while still green, when the content of essential oils is at its highest, then slowly dried, carefully sorted and packed as whole berries.

Key features

Typical is the combination of medium heat and warm spice notes reminiscent of cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg. Using whole berries ensures a long-lasting, stable aroma that can be released fresh as needed – ideal for bulk use in commercial kitchens and artisan production.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on the country of origin, allspice varies slightly in aroma and pungency, with Mexican quality regarded as particularly well-balanced and not too dominant. Harvest time and drying determine the intensity of the essential oils; Biova focuses on gentle processing and consistent quality.

Taste & aroma

Allspice has a warm, spicy fragrance with pronounced notes of clove, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg. On the palate it shows moderate heat that rounds off dishes instead of overpowering them, giving them a complex, structured spiciness.

Suggested uses

• Simmer whole berries in braises, stews or game ragouts and remove before serving.
• Crush in a mortar for marinades, spice blends, sausages or pickled vegetables and fruit.
• Use finely ground for Christmas baking, cakes, desserts or aromatic hot drinks.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Mexico
• Grading: Broken / whole
• Colour: Brown
• Product type: Food, spice, bulk
• Weight unit: approx. 1.05 kg per 1 kg unit