Juniper Berries

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Don’t be confused by the name - Juniper berries are a seasoning, not a snack. This pungent spice is popular in European cuisine and also gives gin its distinguishing flavor.

Juniper berries are actually the tiny pinecones of the juniper shrub, which is found across Europe and North America. The pinecones are so tightly clenched that they look like small, blue-purple berries. Juniper berries are tart and sharp, with a resinous, piney flavor and hints of citrus. If you’ve had gin before, you’ll recognize the distinct taste of juniper. “Gin” is short for the French genièvre or the Dutch jenever, both of which mean juniper, the main flavor in gin.

Juniper berries have been used since ancient times, when they were popular in Greece, Rome, and Egypt. The ancient Greeks used juniper berries as a medical remedy and Greek athletes used to eat them before races to increase stamina. Juniper berries have even been found in the tomb of King Tut!

Juniper is most commonly used as a seasoning for wild game, such as venison, boar, rabbits, and pheasants. However, it can also be used to season beef, pork, and many vegetables such as cabbage (some types of sauerkraut are made with juniper). Juniper berries are often found in European dishes, and many use them to make meat stews, sauces, marinades, juniper tea, and even chili.

Most dishes won’t need more than three or four juniper berries. After crushing the berries to release the flavor, some also chop or grind them.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9
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March 15, 2023
Appreciate the health benefits for my horse.
, Petoskey, MI
April 3, 2022
No surprises was as expected
, Titusville, PA
July 10, 2020
Never been disappointed from nuts.com, I tell everyone about them.
, Vancouver, WA
October 30, 2018
Very pleased with freshness and timely delivery. I already have used some in my bacon dry cure of 2 sides of belly. Cant wait to see the layer of flavor the Juniper berries add. Next I will be using in wet brine for 5 hams later this week.
, Rocklin, CA
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Ingredients

Juniper Berries. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, sesame, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 28g (~1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 87
% Daily Value
Total Fat   2g3%
Saturated Fat 0g2%
Cholesterol   0mg0%
Sodium   5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate   19g6%
Dietary Fiber 8g31%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein   3g
Calcium11%
Iron4%

The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice

More Info

Store in a cool dry place for up to 1 year. Refrigeration is not needed.

Country of origin: Albania

ID: 7081

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