Cloves
India’s Harvest, the World’s Choice
About Cloves
Cloves are the dried flower buds of a tropical evergreen tree, known for their intense, pungent, and sweet aroma. They are used whole to infuse flavor into rice dishes, curries, and meat preparations, and ground in spice blends like garam masala. Their high eugenol content gives them a powerful flavor essential in both culinary and medicinal applications.
- Botanical Name:Syzygium aromaticum
- Origin:India (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka), Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Madagascar
Key Features
High Potency
Rich in volatile oils, especially eugenol, ensuring a strong, aromatic, and pungent flavor.
Premium Selection
Carefully handpicked and cleaned to ensure only the highest quality, headless-clove-free product.
Purity
Guaranteed to be free from excess stems, foreign matter, and infestation.
Versatile Use
A staple in global cuisines, from savory dishes and pickles to sweet baked goods and beverages.
General Specifications
Product Variants & Specifications
Whole Cloves
The complete dried flower bud, including the head and stem, perfect for studding meats or infusing liquids with its potent flavor.
Physical Specifications
Appearance
Whole, nail-shaped, dried flower buds with an intact head
Color
Dark reddish-brown
Size
10 mm to 16 mm in length
Stems
3% max (Varies by grade)
Foreign Matter
1% max (Varies by grade)
Headless Cloves
5% max (Varies by grade)
Flavor/Aroma
Intensely pungent, sweet, warm, and highly aromatic
Available Grades
Handpicked Superior (HPS)
Highest quality, uniform size, minimal defects.
Grade 1
Standard grade, well-cleaned with few headless cloves.
FAQ (Fair Average Quality)
A mix of sizes and quality, suitable for grinding.
