PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Whole Cloves, Syzygium aromaticum,
are also referred to as cloves, whole clove or whole clove spice. They
are the aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, or the
myrtles. It is a close relative of other plants with prominent aromas
and flavors, like guava, eucalyptus, and Allspice.
Whole Cloves contain approximately 10% volatile oil.
Clove
buds have a three-month harvesting window, though the months that
window takes place in varies depending on where the cloves are being
grown. Cloves are harvested by hand, and that happens after the base of
the bud turns pink. After drying, they turn the deep mahogany brown
color for which they’re known.
Businesses
that frequently purchase Whole Cloves are Indian, American, Asian and
Asian/Fusion restaurants; cafes and coffee shops; seasoning companies;
independent spice shops; breweries; distillers; and companies that
manufacture coffee, tea, jam, condiments, and fermenting and pickling
products.
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We also carry Ground Cloves and Organic Ground Cloves.
Flavor Profile
Whole Cloves are bold, woodsy, slightly medicinal, sweet, and rich, with undertones of camphor and pepper.
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How To Use
Whole
Cloves are most often used to stud ham or pork roast. We often think of
them partnered most frequently with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg in
sweet concoctions like this delicious Masala Chai. They are also at home in savory dishes like Mole Poblano. They add sweet complexity to spicy Sichuan Red Chili Oil, which you can enjoy with meats and Smoky Pork Wontons. For a surprising burst of flavor, try cloves in Pickled Blueberries over goat cheese or with vanilla ice cream. Whole Cloves are a wonderful secret ingredient when using a clove or two in slow cooked beef stock, sauces and stews.
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Whole Cloves go well with apples, beets, carrots, chocolate, ham, onions, oranges, pork, squash, and sweet potatoes. They can also be paired with allspice, bay, cardamom, cinnamon, coriander, fennel, ginger, mace, and nutmeg.
