Ground
Juniper Berry
(Juniperus communis)
Ground Juniper berries are ground small bluish-purple berry-like female seed cone of the evergreen juniper shrub. It adds a bittersweet and clear piney flavor with a pleasant but resinous fragrance, slightly tart and mildly citrusy note.
Best known as the flavoring for gin and other liqueurs.
Suggested Uses:
Blend well with other herbs and spices. Add to marinades, casseroles, meat stews,
and sauces. Commonly used with roasts, especially wild & game birds, or rubbed over
meat prior to roasting or grilling.
Health Benefits:
Juniper berries have a lot of powerful medicinal uses. Helps increase the flow of urine, promote kidney and bladder health, relieve joint pain, treat stomach problems, respiratory problems (including asthma), heart issues (including irregular heartbeat), and problems with the uterus.
