Aurantium amarae pericarpium. Also called Curaçau orange peel, these green-gray peels are one of the most popular specialty herbs on the market. Bitter orange peels are used commercially by domestic brewers to duplicate the beer styles that put Belgium on the brewing map. While not very bitter, they are a key ingredient in Belgian style white…
Aurantium amarae pericarpium. Also called Curaçau orange peel, these green-gray peels are one of the most popular specialty herbs on the market. Bitter orange peels are used commercially by domestic brewers to duplicate the beer styles that put Belgium on the brewing map. While not very bitter, they are a key ingredient in Belgian style white…
This all-natural blood orange flavoring extract packs a lot of blood orange flavor and aroma in a 4 oz. bottle. The recommended usage for beer is 4 oz per 5 gal. For wine, we recommend adding to taste. You can add this at any time, including bottling. Our recommendation with the flavorings is always add less than…
This is Theobroma cacao from Brazil. It is 100% pure, partially fermented organic cocoa nibs which adds a rich chocolate flavor and aroma to your beer. This package is 4 oz. Add 2-6 oz at the end of your boil or in the secondary fermenter. Your friends and family will thank you!
Elettaria cardamomum. Cardamom seed is a distinctive spice from the same family as ginger. Its flavor, which has been described as a spicy cola, combines well with coriander, cumin, and orange, and often all are used together in specialty Belgian and Holiday style beers. This is a 1 oz packet.
Chicorium intybus. Chicory Root is commonly baked, ground, and used as a coffee substitute and additive, mainly in the Mediterranean region, although its use as a coffee additive is also very popular in parts of Southeast Asia and America. The root gained its majority of popularity as a coffee substitute in poorer economic areas during…
Cinnamomum cassia. Known principally as a flavoring for savory dishes in Asia and Africa and for its use in pastries and beverages, cinnamon has also found its way into recipes for spicy holiday ales and ciders, sodas, coffees and teas. We recommend using whole sticks rather than the powdered cinnamon with beer, mead, wine, cider,…
Coriander seed is used in Belgian beers, especially witbier, in conjunction with bitter orange peel. Coriander has a wonderful spicy citrus character. Crush before adding to extract the most flavor. We may not always have a 1 lb bag of coriander on hand. If not, please allow for an extra week for delivery. We also sell…
Coriander seed is used in Belgian beers, especially witbier, in conjunction with bitter orange peel. Coriander has a wonderful spicy citrus character. Crush before adding to extract the most flavor. This is a 1 oz package of coriander. We can order 1 lb bags of Coriander Seed as well.
The Chamomile gets its name from a Greek word that means apple since the plant often has a distinguishable apple-like scent. There are many names of the Chamomile, like wild Chamomile, Hungarian chamomile, pineapple weed, and scented mayweed. fried chamomile flower is a great addition to mead, cider, or a saison.
Sambucus nigra. Native to the British Isles, the small dark colored elderberry makes an excellent port style wine. The appearance of berries on the bushes is said to have signaled farmers when to sow their wheat. The berries are also reputed to have been used to make one of the first black hair dyes in…
Sambucus nigra flora. These natural wonders are good for the outside as well as the inside. Elderflowers infused in creams have been used to soften skin, smooth wrinkles, fade freckles and soothe sunburn. They can be used on their own for making wine or can be added to elderberry wine to enhance flavor. On their…
Artemisia vulgaris. Mugwort was used in the Middle Ages to ward off evil possession and was a popular stuffing for roast goose. As the name implies, it was traditionally used in mugs of beer before the popularity of hops. Europeans frequently stuffed pillows with mugwort (and hops) to bring good and vivid dreams. Mugwort is…
Hemidesmus indicus. Sarsaparilla takes its name from the Spanish sarza meaning a bramble, and parilla , a vine. A perfect addition to a root beer or even a stout.
Artemisia absinthium. The principal ingredient in the legendary liqueur Absinthe, wormwood use dates back to before 1600 BC. While used historically as a beverage ingredient, the FDA advises against the internal use of wormwood due to the substance thujone. Though wormwood is still used in the production of vermouth and Campari, it is as a…
This all-natural espresso bean flavoring extract packs a lot of coffee flavor and aroma in a 4 oz. bottle. The recommended usage for beer is 4 oz per 5 gal. For wine, we recommend adding to taste. You can add this at any time, including bottling. Our recommendation with the flavorings is always add less than what…