Organic Allspice

Allspice is the dried unripe fruit of the *Pimenta dioica* tree, native to the Caribbean and Central America. The name comes from its flavor, which is said to combine notes of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. The berries are harvested when green, then dried in the sun.

Allspice is used as a spice to add a warm, pungent flavor to foods. It is common in baked goods, marinades, sauces, and processed meats. It can also be used in pickling brines and to season vegetables.

Allspice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food flavoring. It is not typically associated with adverse health effects when consumed in amounts found in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated spices, but specific evaluations for allspice and numeric limits are not commonly cited in consumer-facing contexts.