A fresh peppery flavour, with an overlay of nutmeg, cinnamon and clove flavours.
Suitable for both sweet and savoury cooking.
Uses for Allspice
In Jamaican Jerk recipes:
Allspice is often accompanied by other spices such as chilli, garlic, onions, coriander, vinegar and citrus juices to make spicy, tangy jerk paste.
In stews & hot pots: Ground allspice is a lovely seasoning to enhance a warming winter stew or hot meat dish. You could even add a interesting twist to a soup or broth.
Baking: Allspice adds an interesting twist to both sweet and savoury baking. Try it in yeast breads, fruit buns or coffee cake (to name a few suggestions).
Mulled wine: There are many variations to mulled wine. Allspice is a favourite ingredient.
Whole allspice is typically used in meat marinades, where it imparts a stronger flavour once freshly-crushed. It is also used in mulled wine and other hot drinks (as you can strain them out afterwards).