Peppercorn (black) (fine)

Family name: Piperaceae
Botanical name: Piper Nigrum

Culinary uses: earthy, rich and strong. Used in savoury dishes and in almost all cuisines from around the world, including sweet dishes, such as fruit cakes, gingerbread, fruit and chai tea. Pepper is extremely versatile and one of the world’s favourite table condiments.

Medicinal: regarded as an appetite stimulant.