Herbs and Spices

Black Peppercorn

 Piper nigrum Whole Black peppercorns are the hand-picked fruits of a tropical vine known by the botanical name of Piper nigrum. Before the fruits or drupes are set out in the sun to dry, they are subjected to a hot water bath. Aside from...

Chicory Root

Cichorium intybus Granules Roasted to perfection this root is also known as ragged sailors, blue dandelion, and horse weed. It is used frequently in beers, specialty coffees and as a coffee substitute and has a caramel like taste with a slight biterness...

Birch Bark Tea

Betula pubescens Cut & Sifted Native to the northern hemisphere's temperate and sub-arctic zones, the birch tree's outer layer has had many different uses over the centuries, ranging from writing paper to the manufacture of canoes. In fact, the birch...

Coriander

Coriandrum sativum Whole Many different types of food can be brightened by the addition of whole Coriander Seeds. The Moroccan condiment and seasoning known as Harissa uses coriander together with chiles, garlic, cumin, mint and olive oil. Another...

Blackberry Leaf

Rubus fruticosus Cut & Sifted Blackberry is a bramble brush in the rose family. The leaves, which taste slightly sweet and grass-like, are used in tea blends. The cut and sifted leaves can also be added to herbal baths and potpourri...

Sassafras Root Bark Ground

Sassafras albidum Ground Our sassafras root bark is obtained from Sassafras albidum, harvested in Missouri, USA. While the wood is sometimes used in furniture making, and the essential oil of the fruit as fragrance and flavoring, sassafras root bark is...

Thyme

  Thymus vulgaris Cut & Sifted When sauteing sliced mushrooms, you can add some thyme leaves to enhance the flavor of the vegetables. These cooked vegetables can be added to gravies or even scrambled eggs. Pan juices from your beef, pork or...

Wild Cherry Bark

Prunus serotina For centuries, the bark, which contains a variety of tannins, quercetin, kaempferol and other compounds, has been used to make syrups. The bark can also be tinctured or decocted to make infusions or teas. *Quanitites over 5 pounds may be...

Cayenne Pepper (Ground)

Capsicum annuum Cayenne, named after the capital city of French Guiana, is a type of chili pepper also known as bird pepper, cow-horn pepper and by various other common names.  *Quanitites over 5 pounds may be bulk packaged. 

Juniper Berry

Juniperus communis Whole Common juniper is a small evergreen tree that is related to cedar, cypress and other conifers. The mature, dark-colored cones, or berries, are used to lend a slightly citrus and pine-like flavor to foods and beverages. In...

Cardamom Pods

Elettaria cardamomum Our cardamom is sourced primarily from Guatemala. Cardamom is the worlds third most expensive spice, second only to Vanilla bean and Saffron. Cardamom has a wide array of uses and can be found commonly in Indian cuisine. *Quanitites...

Catnip Leaf & Flower

Nepeta cataria Cut & Sifted Also known as catmint, catnip is a botanical cousin to peppermint and spearmint. It's slightly sweet, minty profile is a nice indulgence in teas, fruit salads and Mediterranean dishes. Because...