Black pepper is the world's most traded spice, made from the dried, unripe fruit of the Piper nigrum vine. 

Flavor Profile

• Sharp heat from the chemical compound piperine.
• Piney, woody, and citrusy aromatic notes.
• Pungency maximizes when peppercorns are freshly crushed. 

Popular Varieties

• Tellicherry: Larger peppercorns left on the vine longer for a sweeter, more complex fruit flavor.
• Malabar: The classic, robust Indian peppercorn offering a sharp, reliable heat.
• Lampong: An Indonesian variety known for its citrus-like aroma and intense, slow-building burn.