Vanns Spices Juniper Berries
Vanns Spices was founded in Baltimore, MD in 1981 to provide premium quality seasoning blends and spices for the professional chef and cooking enthusiast. Guided by our commitment to great taste, health and sustainability, Vanns continues to scour the world in search of unusual spices and to develop new products.
- Juniper berries are classified in the culinary herb/spice category because they are commonly used as a flavoring for drinks and in cooking and preserving foods.
- It is also considered an herbal bitter and is thought to help promote digestion.
- Juniper is a strong aromatic (scented) herb from an evergreen plant or tree.
- The spicy and aromatic berries are dark in color when dried.
- They are commonly added to alcoholic beverages such as gin and tonics to enhance the aroma.
- When crushed, they add a nice flavoring in foods, such as beef, pork, duck, fruitcake, and casseroles.
- Our juniper berries can be used whole or crushed in many ways to enrich dishes and give them a citrusy, piney and tart flavor.