Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo
Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo

Cubèbe Pepper with Kilo

Cubeba pepper with a fresh and minty aroma. Cubèbe Pepper is an excellent pepper, a gourmet pepper. The Cuban Pepper or Pepper tail is very tasty with tasty notes and with a taste of fresh mint naturally. It is an ideal pepper to sprinkle with cavaillon melons.

  • Pepper power: 4/10
  • Main notes: Menthol and eucalyptus notes
  • Use: Salads, desserts and Asian cuisine
  • Origin: South India and Indonesia

Buy cubeb pepper online, a tailed pepper that will take your dishes on a creative journey with its unique notes. A rare pepper. Buy cubeb peppercorns at the best price from our pepper counter. Buy the best tailed pepper.

Packaging
PCBK
€85.00

 

Cubeb Pepper
by the Kilo

"Dive into an exquisite tasting experience with our Cubeb pepper by the kilo. A captivating spice from Indonesia, recognized for its notes of fresh mint and eucalyptus."

Unique Freshness

A rare tailed pepper (cousin to Piper nigrum) offering a beautiful bitterness and aromas evoking cloves and mint.

Wholesale Format

From 150g to 25kg: packaging suited for Michelin-starred chefs and passionate amateurs alike, at the best price.

Versatility

Incredible in savory dishes (meats, sauces) but also surprising in desserts (chocolate, fruits) and cocktails.

Since 2010, Le Comptoir de Toamasina has been a family grocery specializing in buying Madagascar spices, cloves, and vanilla. Cubeb pepper is a treasure of world gastronomy. Let yourself be seduced by the magic of this pepper and embark on an unforgettable sensory journey.

Buy cubeb pepper by the kilo. A pepper with a fresh and minty aroma. Cubeb pepper is an excellent pepper, a true gourmet spice. Cubeb pepper, or tailed pepper, is very flavorful with delicious notes and a natural fresh mint taste. It is an ideal pepper to sprinkle on Cavaillon melons.

Le Comptoir de Toamasina is the online specialist for cubeb pepper by the kilo at the best price. In our online store for whole peppercorns, you will buy a tailed pepper with a unique and intense aroma for creative recipes.

Buy Cubeb Pepper by the Kilo at the best price

We wanted to sell cubeb pepper in an economical format to meet the demand of amateurs and small businesses:

  • 0.150kg: 12.80 euros
  • 0.5kg: 34.70 euros
  • 1kg: 49.00 euros

If you wish to buy a pallet of 100kg or more, contact us by email. We have the same quantities available for our Madagascar black pepper by the kilo.

What you will see in this video

Arnaud introduces our selection of Cubeb pepper by the kilo, straight to passionate foodies and professionals.

Comparative Sensory Analysis

Cubeb vs Black Pepper vs Ashanti

Three "tailed peppers", three families of sensations

Spicy (Piperine)
Minty Freshness
Resinous · Woody
Musky · Incense
Essential Oil (concentration)
Cubeb Pepper
Classic Black Pepper
Ashanti Pepper

For professional purchases: cubeb contains 10 to 18% essential oil (dry weight) — nearly 5 times more than black pepper. This explains its higher extraction yield in industrial settings and its aromatic power despite having almost no piperine (~0.1%).

Cubeb · Black Pepper · Ashanti

Technical Sheet

What You Receive

  • Country of OriginIndonesia, Java, Ceylon, and India
  • Botanical SpeciesPiper cubeba
  • IngredientsCubeb Pepper
  • Aromatic Power4/10
  • Main NotesMinty and eucalyptus
  • UsageSalads, desserts, and Asian cuisine
  • AllergenNone
  • Possible TracesNone
  • PackagingJar, Pouch, and Mill
  • LogisticsPrepared within 24h - Delivered within 48h

Nutritional Values (per 100g of berries)

ParameterValue
Energy Value330 kcal / 1380 kJ
Protein13 %
Dietary Fiber26 %
Potassium1600 mg
Calcium480 mg
Magnesium190 mg
Iron17 mg
Total Ash Content< 5.0 %

Everything You Need to Know About the Pepper Family

I am Arnaud Sion, creator of Le Comptoir de Toamasina. In my shop, I offer a selection of over 25 peppers and berries. It is important to distinguish the varieties:

  • Piper Nigrum: classic pepper (black, white, green, red) depending on maturity.
  • Tailed peppers: such as Cubeb from Indonesia or wild Voatsipérifery pepper. They bring a unique exotic touch.
  • Long peppers: such as Timiz or Javanese long pepper.

The History of Cubeb Pepper (Piper Cubeba)

Native to southwestern India, growing between Sumatra, Java, and Borneo, Cubeb pepper (Piper cubeba L.) grows wild. Its harvest is meticulous: it takes 4kg of fresh berries to obtain 1kg of sun-dried pepper.

Around 300 BC, the Greek philosopher Theophrastus already mentioned komakon, a precious ingredient that historians identify as cubeb. Imported to Europe by the Arabs in the Middle Ages, it was used for its properties and even in love potions according to the beliefs of the time — it is found in One Thousand and One Nights. In the 17th century, the King of Portugal banned its trade to favor black pepper, making it rare. Today, it is essential in North African cuisine (Ras el hanout).

The Darling of Great Gins

Cubeb is also the secret botanical behind the complex freshness of certain prestigious gins—including the original recipe for Bombay Sapphire (1761, relaunched in 1987). It is also part of the infusion in the famous Russian pepper vodka, Pertsovka.

Flavor and Culinary Use

Cubeb pepper is a gourmet pepper. It offers fresh mint, honeyed, and herbaceous flavors. Warning: this is a pepper that must never be burned or overheated, as it will develop a strong bitterness.

How to use it?

  • Meats & Game: its woody aroma enhances strong meats.
  • Stews: a pinch transforms a sauce.
  • Desserts: incredible on melon, fruit tarts, or chocolate.
  • Cocktails: infused in a syrup or as a garnish for a refreshing note (like Gin Tonic).

8 Recipes with Cubeb Pepper

  • Exotic Mango & Cubeb Smoothie: blend mango, yogurt, and half a teaspoon of cubeb.
  • Grilled Chicken: sprinkle the fillets before grilling for a bold flavor.
  • Pear Tart: one teaspoon in the filling changes everything.
  • Exotic Fruit Salad: mango, pineapple, papaya, and a pinch of pepper.
  • Fried Rice: add at the end of cooking to complement Asian dishes.
  • Crème Brûlée: infuse the cream with a vanilla bean and cubeb.
  • Orange Marinated Salmon: cubeb, orange zest, and olive oil.
  • Chocolate Ice Cream: add ground cubeb to your ice cream base.

Wholesale Cubeb Pepper: based in Lille, we ensure fast delivery throughout France and Europe. By choosing Le Comptoir de Toamasina, you choose the excellence and service of a passionate family business.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does cubeb contain so little heat?
Its piperine content is very low (about 0.1%) unlike black pepper (2 to 9%). Its power comes from its exceptional concentration of essential oil (10 to 18%).
How many fresh berries does it take for 1kg of dried cubeb?
It takes about 4kg of fresh berries to get 1kg of sun-dried pepper.
Is cubeb related to gin?
Yes, it is a historical botanical in some great prestigious gins like Bombay Sapphire, and it is part of the Russian vodka Pertsovka.
What sizes are available by the kilo?
150g, 500g, and 1kg. For pallets of 100kg or more, contact Le Comptoir de Toamasina directly.

"From discovery to professional formatting—the pepper that doesn't sting but refreshes, 5 times more concentrated in essential oil than classic black pepper."

Order my Cubeb Pepper by the kilo

Piper cubeba · Indonesia · Arnaud Sion Selection

Native country
South India and Indonesia
BOTANICAL SPECIES
Piper Cubeba
INGREDIENTS
Cubebe Pepper
AROMATIC POWER
4/10
ALLERGEN
Absence
POSSIBLE TRACES OF ALLERGENS
None
PACKAGING
Bottle, Sachet and Mill
Preparation / Delivery
Preparation within 24 hours - Delivery within 48 hours
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