Juniper Berries, Juniperus communis, are also called bulk juniper berries, juniper berries wholesale, juniper berry, or whole juniper berries. They contain .5% - 2.0% essential oil.

Juniper Berries are not actually berries, but female seed cones from the juniper tree. They are commonly known as the primarily flavoring in gin. Juniper Berries have three seeds inside and are typically dried and sold whole. They should be coarsely ground or lightly crushed right before using.

• Juniper Berries are popular with: 
• American restaurants;
• brewpubs;
• coffee shops;
• manufacturers of vinegar and sauces;
• independent spice shops;
• breweries;
• distilleries; and
• catering companies

Flavor Profile

Juniper Berries taste sweet, woody, and astringent with notes of lemon and pine.

How To Use

Juniper Berries are used to flavor pork, so consider adding them to the pot when making Slow Cooker Pulled Pork. Crush and add to Turkey, Sausage, and Spinach Rice Bowl. Their sweet astringency makes them a natural balance for autumn flavors, so add some to Stuffed Acorn Squash or Savory Stuffed Mushrooms. They are also used in pâtés and sauerkraut. They are excellent in brines, like this salty-sweet Turkey Brine Seasoning.

Juniper Berries are frequently found in marinades, sauces, stuffing, pickles, beef, casseroles, duck, goose, pork, pot roasts, rabbit, seafood, and venison. They can also be used in sweet dishes such as fruitcake.

Juniper Berries pair well with cheese, apples, pickles, game meats, sage, bay, caraway, garlic, marjoram, pepper, rosemary and thyme.