🧂 What is it?

Kotányi Whole Allspice is dried allspice in the form of whole berries. Although its name might suggest a blend of spices, it is a single spice — the fruit of the tropical tree Pimenta dioica, native to Jamaica and Central America.

The flavour of this spice is complex and aromatic — reminiscent of a combination of pepper, cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg, which is why it is sometimes called allspice.

🍽️ How to use it

Allspice has a warm, spicy and slightly peppery flavour and is best used when added whole or finely ground (e.g. in a mortar) whilst cooking.

🍲 Most common uses

• 🐟 Fish – in marinades or soups, where it adds aroma and depth of flavour

• 🍖 Game and meat – particularly in stews and ragouts

• 🥒 Pickled gherkins and preserves – in the brine to enhance the flavour

• 🍷 Mulled wine and sauces – perfect for warm, spiced drinks

• 🍰 Christmas bakes and desserts – complements warm, spiced flavours

📌 Tip: Once cooking is complete, it’s often best to remove the berries — they’re not intended to be eaten as seeds.

🌿 Flavour and aroma

• Flavour: a combination of warming notes such as pepper, cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg

• Aroma: strong, aromatic and warming, suitable for both savoury and sweet recipes

📊 Nutritional information (per 100 g)

(Spices are usually used in small quantities, so these values will not affect a typical serving of food.)

• Energy: ~1471 kJ / ~351 kcal

• Fat: ~8.7 g

• Protein: ~6.1 g
  (other data, such as carbohydrates or fibre, are not specifically recorded)

⚠️ Allergens

The product may contain traces of cereals containing gluten, eggs, soya, milk (including lactose), celery, sesame or mustard (processed in a shared facility with other ingredients).

🧊 Storage

➡️ Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light — this will help the spice retain its aroma and flavour for as long as possible.

🧠 Summary

Kotányi whole allspice is a versatile aromatic spice with a flavour reminiscent of a blend of pepper, cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s ideal for meat dishes, fish, marinades, preserves, mulled wine and baking, and thanks to the whole berries, you can adjust the intensity of the flavour to suit your needs whilst cooking.

💡 Tip: If you want a stronger flavour, you can crush the berries slightly before adding them to your dish — this will release more essential oils.