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Vanilla Bean Powder is made from pure vanilla beans that are harvested when ripe, sun-dried and ground locking in flavour, aroma and freshness. The vanilla bean is a long pod-shaped fruit that’s harvested from the vanilla orchid that flowers only once a year. Each pod has thousands of sweetly scented seeds inside known as the vanilla caviar. Used in cuisines around the world to add a buttery, sweet flavour and aroma, vanilla is one of the most pure and most-used spices.
The most superior beans are dried to a moisture content of 25-30%.
Other products: Vanilla Sugar, Vanilla Bean Whole
The vanilla bean, or pod, is the long slender fruit of the vanilla orchid. Each pod contains thousands of seeds. It is one of the most expensive spices due to its complex and long curing process, particularly due to the orchid only flowering once per year. Vanilla beans are used in most of the world’s cuisines. They are the purest and most potent form of vanilla and can be reused to steep in the liquid until losing their flavour, or the seeds inside can be scraped out and the pod discarded. It has a floral aroma and a smooth caramel flavor. The best beans are air-dried to a moisture content of 25-30%.
Other products: vanilla sugar.
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Also known as Hing powder, it is often used as a substitute for garlic and onion. Asafoetida powder is made from white and milky resin from a species of giant Fennel. It has a unique smell and acidic flavor that disappear while cooking to leave a smooth and pleasant flavor similar to onion and garlic.
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Cassia sticks are closely related to cinnamon. The sticks have a reddish brown colour and a warm, mild and sweet flavour, though it is significantly stronger than cinnamon. It is widely used in the United States.
Ceylon Cinnamon Ground or ‘True Cinnamon’ is the variety used for medicinal and culinary purposes. It is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species from the genus Cinnamomum. Ceylon Cinnamon is used in both sweet and savoury foods to impart a warm spice flavour. In the Middle East, it is commonly paired with meats such as chicken and lamb. The term ‘cinnamon’ also refers to its mid-brown colour.
Juniper Berries are obtained from the small evergreen juniper tree. The dried berries have a dark blue colour, fresh spicy tart flavour, and pine aroma. Juniper has a special affinity with venison and other robust game meats. Used in European cuisine.
Herbs de Provence is a classic aromatic blend of sweet French dried herbs including lavender with other fragrant delicate herbs. There are many variations, and our blend adds lavender to give it a unique and wonderful twist. This mix of herbs is particularly used in French cuisine but also a good addition in any Mediterranean dish. It is excellent for rubbing on roasts or sprinkled on roasted vegetables.
Give the gift of good taste with our Candle and Bag Gift Set. Featuring our Sweet Chai-Scented Candle with notes of sweet cinnamon, zesty ginger, aromatic cloves, and a hint of soft vanilla, and our 100% eco-friendly cotton Reusable Muslin Spice Bag, it’s the perfect gift for any spice lover.
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Keep your spice collection neat and tidy whilst keeping your spices nice and fresh with our all-new Reusable Muslin Spice Bag. Each bag fits up to 10 regular-sized spices or 2 large and can be used again and again for handy storage.
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With all the wonderful, aromatic scents of a freshly-brewed cup of chai, our Sweet Chai-Scented Candle has notes of sweet cinnamon, zesty ginger, aromatic cloves, and a hint of soft vanilla.
Whether treating yourself to a quiet moment, or looking for the perfect gift, candles provide the ultimate pick-me-up with their gentle flickering amber light and delicate, sweet-scented aroma.
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Star anise, is a star-shaped fruit that is considered an essential ingredient in Chinese duck and pork recipes. Its licorice-like flavour is similar to that of aniseed and fennel It has a sweet warm, clovey, liquorice flavour, and deep aroma. Used to add flavour to tea, soups, stir-fries and curries, while the ground star anise is a dominant ingredient in Chinese five-spice powder.
Also known as ground chilli, Cayenne Pepper is made of a variety of tropical red chilli powders, and is generally considered to be one of the hottest blends of chillies. Cayenne pepper is used in many cuisines throughout the world, as it is an excellent spice to add zest or heat to a dish.
Saffron is the world’s most expensive spice by weight. The saffron threads are the whole stigmas from the purple-flowered crocus. Its golden color can be imitated by cheaper spices such as safflower and turmeric. Saffron’s rich and delicate flavor is unable to be imitated. Saffron is widely used to color and flavor dishes in a variety of cuisines, including saffron rice, biryani, paella, risottos, and bouillabaisse.
The Kashmiri Chilli is a variety of chilli known for its intense red colour and lower heat rating, making it ideal to use in tandoori, butter chicken and rogan josh curries. They are dried and finely ground before adding to curries, soups, stews or even as a finishing sprinkle for a spicy heat. It is widely used especially in Indian cuisine, but also Mexican, Asian and Italian dishes.
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