Whole verbena pepper, mild citrus note, 1 kg bulk

Product description

Verbena pepper from Vietnam is a mild pepper spice with a fresh citrus note and fine bitter tones. The whole pepper berries have an aroma reminiscent of lemon verbena and add clean, lemony accents to functional foods and dietary supplements.

Supplied as coarse chunks in convenient 1 kg bulk units, this pepper can be milled from coarse to fine and precisely adapted to different production processes. Biova relies on carefully selected lots and standardised quality assurance to support consistent sensory quality.

In product development, verbena pepper opens up a wide range of applications – from powder blends and drink mixes to capsules and granulated supplements. Its lemony-peppery note pairs well with herbs, citrus fruits and other spices and clearly stands out from classic black pepper.

Origin

The pepper berries come from Vietnam, from warm, predominantly tropical growing regions with high levels of sunshine. Well-drained soils promote the development of essential oils and the typical citrus note, while Biova works with experienced partners who ensure gentle post-harvest handling.

Cultivation / processing / harvest

The plants are conventionally cultivated and harvested at optimum ripeness. After the predominantly hand-picked harvest, the berries are dried at moderate temperatures, cleaned, carefully graded and packed as whole chunks in 1 kg bulk units for industrial processing.

Key features

Compared to classic pepper, this variety offers a distinctly fresher, citrus-forward aroma profile with mild heat. The chunk form in bulk packaging allows on-demand grinding directly in production so the aroma can be optimally integrated into powder, capsule and granule formulations.

Variations in origin and processing

Depending on altitude and microclimate, the intensity of the citrus note and the expression of the bitter aromas vary slightly. Material from higher elevations often shows a finer acidity, while lower areas tend to produce spicier nuances; Biova’s standardised processing steps help ensure consistent sensory quality.

Taste & aroma

On the nose, fresh lemon and verbena notes dominate, backed by subtle pepper heat. On the palate, mild pungency, light bitter tones and a clear citrus-like finish combine to make this pepper an interesting alternative to conventional black pepper.

Applications

• Enhancing dietary supplement capsules, tablets and granules with a lemony-peppery note
• Use in powder blends such as drink mixes, superfood and vitamin blends in the functional food sector
• Flavouring bars, instant products and other industrial recipes with a citrus-pepper profile

Product specification

• Country of origin: Vietnam
• Particle size: chunks / whole, bulk
• Colour: brown to dark brown, pepper-like
• Pack size: 1 kg unit