spices
Tellicherry Peppercorns (Extra Bold)
These are 'Tellicherry Garbled Special Extra Bold' (TGSEB) grade, representing the top 10% of the harvest by size and flavor complexity. The Spice House's flatpack system ensures high turnover and freshness compared to glass jars that sit on shelves.
Quality & Materials
Piper nigrum; TGSEB grade. The larger size allows the fruit to ripen longer on the vine, developing more complex piperine and terpene profiles.
Evidence & Testing
Standard industry safety testing; while they don't provide the same public COAs as Burlap & Barrel, they adhere to strict FDA and GFSI standards.
Brand Transparency
Clear labeling of origin (Malabar Coast, India) and grade; however, they provide less farmer-specific data than Gold-tier brands.
Value Assessment
Reasonably priced for a high-grade spice, especially with free shipping on flatpacks.
Why Not Alternatives?
Standard black pepper is often 'field run' (all sizes mixed), leading to uneven flavor; these extra-bold peppercorns have a higher skin-to-core ratio, providing more citrusy, resinous heat.
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