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Whole Cloves 30 grams
Aromatic little grenades of flavour, whole cloves are the dried flower buds of the clove tree. Dark brown and sharply tapered, each clove packs a warm, sweet-spicy punch with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper. Their intense, slightly numbing aroma makes them a staple in both sweet and savoury kitchens: stud a ham, simmer in mulled wine, steep in chai, or toss into pickles and curries for long, slow flavour release.
Usage tips
Use whole cloves when you want gentle, prolonged infusion—remove before serving or tie them in cheesecloth or a spice bag.
Grind just before using for maximum potency; ground cloves lose aroma quickly.
A little goes a long way: start with 1–2 for soups or marinades, and 4–8 for larger braises or pots of mulled cider.
Pairings: cinnamon, star anise, allspice, citrus peel, ginger, vanilla, pork, beef, apples, and pears.
Storage Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Whole cloves can stay flavourful for up to 2–3 years; when their scent fades, it’s time for fresh ones.
Fun fact Cloves were once worth their weight in gold and traded like treasure—use them liberally now, the pirates aren’t watching.
Whole Cloves 30 grams
Aromatic little grenades of flavour, whole cloves are the dried flower buds of the clove tree. Dark brown and sharply tapered, each clove packs a warm, sweet-spicy punch with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper. Their intense, slightly numbing aroma makes them a staple in both sweet and savoury kitchens: stud a ham, simmer in mulled wine, steep in chai, or toss into pickles and curries for long, slow flavour release.
Usage tips
Use whole cloves when you want gentle, prolonged infusion—remove before serving or tie them in cheesecloth or a spice bag.
Grind just before using for maximum potency; ground cloves lose aroma quickly.
A little goes a long way: start with 1–2 for soups or marinades, and 4–8 for larger braises or pots of mulled cider.
Pairings: cinnamon, star anise, allspice, citrus peel, ginger, vanilla, pork, beef, apples, and pears.
Storage Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Whole cloves can stay flavourful for up to 2–3 years; when their scent fades, it’s time for fresh ones.
Fun fact Cloves were once worth their weight in gold and traded like treasure—use them liberally now, the pirates aren’t watching.