100g Dried Clove Buds: Aromatic Spice

Dried clove buds deliver intense, warm-sweet flavor and aromatic depth to both sweet and savory dishes—a kitchen essential for baking, mulled beverages, and spice blends. This 100-gram pack of whole cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) preserves the essential oils that make this spice so distinctive. Use sparingly: 2–3 cloves often suffice for an entire dish.

There's a reason cloves have been traded across continents for centuries—the intense, warming aroma and sweet-spicy flavor elevate everything from holiday baked goods to slow-cooked stews. This 100-gram pack of whole dried clove buds keeps the essential oils locked in until you're ready to grind or infuse them. A little goes a long way: just a few cloves can transform a pot of mulled cider, a batch of pumpkin pie spice, or a fragrant rice pilaf.

Key Benefits

• 100 g whole dried clove buds (Syzygium aromaticum)
• Intensely aromatic – warm, sweet, slightly bitter
• Whole form preserves essential oils for maximum flavor
• Versatile: baking, mulled drinks, curries, spice blends
• Use sparingly – 2–3 cloves can flavor an entire dish
• Resealable pouch maintains freshness for months

How to Use

1. For baking: use whole or grind fresh for pumpkin pie, gingerbread
2. For mulled wine/cider: add 4–6 cloves per liter, simmer 20–30 min
3. For rice/stews: add 2–3 whole cloves; remove before serving
4. For spice blends: grind with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice
5. For tea: steep 2–3 cloves in hot water with honey and ginger
6. Store unused cloves in sealed container away from heat

Specifications

Net weight: 100 g. Form: Whole dried buds. Species: Syzygium aromaticum. Origin: Tropical cultivation. Shelf life: 24+ months sealed.

What's Included

• 100 g whole dried clove buds
• Resealable kraft pouch

Care & Storage

Store in a cool, dark, dry place. Keep sealed between uses. Whole cloves retain potency longer than ground—grind just before use for best flavor.

Key Terms

• Syzygium aromaticum — The botanical name for clove, an evergreen tree native to Indonesia
• Eugenol — The primary essential oil compound that gives cloves their distinctive aroma
• Whole spice — Unground spices that preserve flavor and oils longer than pre-ground

Who Should Not Use

• Those on blood-thinning medications: cloves may interact; use culinary amounts only

We stud an orange with cloves during the holidays—the scent fills the whole house for weeks.