Allspice

Allspice, known by the Latin botanical name of Pimenta dioica, comes from the Pimenta tree and is the unripe fruit that are dried and crafted into different forms. Allspice is used primarily as a cooking spice. Most notably, it has earned its reputation as one of the most important ingredients of Caribbean cuisine. It is commonly used in jerk seasoning, pickling spices, curry powders, and can be found in desserts and cakes. It may also provide an analgesic effect and has been used as a digestive aid. The tannins in allspice provide a mild anesthetic that provide warming effect, making it popular for use on arthritis and sore muscles. Starwest Botanicals offers ground allspice, whole allspice, as well as organic and kosher forms of this favorite spice in bulk form.