allspice berries

Allspice is most commonly sold as whole berries. Whole berries are often ground at home or commercially into ground allspice when a powdered spice is required for recipes.

Allspice combines flavor and aroma notes similar to cinnamon, nutmeg and clove, with a warm, sweet profile and a slightly peppery finish.

Listings show whole allspice packed mainly in jars (including PET or other plastic jars) and in bulk bags. Product descriptions focus on jarred retail sizes and larger bulk bag options for larger quantities.

Product descriptions list plant origins in the Greater Antilles, southern Mexico and Central America. At least one listing also identifies the packaged product origin as India.