Pinewood Pepper

Pinewood Pepper Pickling Spice

Earthy, Robust & Grounding for Seasonal Preserves
Rooted in deep, earthy flavors, Pinewood Pepper Pickling Spice offers a bold, herbal complexity to pickled vegetables and brined meats. The blend combines the woody essence of pine, the warming depth of black pepper, and the earthy richness of burdock and angelica root, creating a profile perfect for rustic, hearty preserves. Whether used in root vegetable ferments, brined mushrooms, or spiced winter pickles, this blend brings grounding warmth and digestive benefits to your culinary traditions.

Traditional Eastern Medicine Insights

This blend incorporates ingredients known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support circulation, digestion, and overall vitality. Warming and grounding herbs work together to nourish the blood, move qi, and fortify the body against seasonal transitions.

• Knotty Pine Wood (Song Jie): Used in TCM for dispelling wind-dampness and promoting circulation, pine brings an earthy, resinous depth to pickles.
• Burdock Root: A cooling and detoxifying root that supports digestion, clears heat, and promotes liver health, adding a subtle sweetness to the blend.
• Angelica Sinensis Root (Dang Gui): A well-known blood tonic in TCM, it invigorates circulation, nourishes the blood, and harmonizes digestion, making it a valuable addition to winter preserves.
• Black Peppercorn: A warming spice that stimulates digestion, enhances circulation, and adds depth and heat to any ferment or brine.
• Bay Leaf: A culinary staple that adds aromatic complexity while supporting digestion and overall wellness.

Seasonal & Digestive Benefits

As the seasons shift, warming and grounding flavors become essential for balancing energy, maintaining digestive strength, and fortifying the body against the cold. This blend provides the perfect combination of warming, blood-nourishing, and digestive-supporting botanicals, making it ideal for seasonal preservation and winter nourishment.

Kitchen Magic & Folk Traditions

In kitchen magic, pine, burdock, and angelica have been used for protection, endurance, and resilience, making this spice blend a powerful addition to any preserved food.

• Burdock Root: Associated with grounding and purification, it has been used in folk traditions to clear negativity and promote resilience.
• Angelica Sinensis Root (Dang Gui): Considered a powerful herb for protection and empowerment, often included in rituals for strength and balance.
• Black Peppercorn: Used in folk traditions to banish negativity, enhance protection, and bring clarity to intentions.
• Bay Leaf: A classic herb for manifestation and wisdom, often used in spells to enhance intuition and long-term success.
  By using this blend in your pickled foods, you’re not only preserving flavor but also infusing your kitchen with grounding energy and protective strength.

Flavor Profile

This blend has a deep, resinous, and earthy character, with the woody depth of pine, the grounding warmth of burdock and angelica, and the bold heat of black pepper. Bay leaf rounds it out with an herbal, slightly floral complexity, making it ideal for savory, slow-fermented foods.

How to Use

Add 1-2 tablespoons of this blend to your pickling brine, fermentation jars, or broths for a rich, earthy warmth. It pairs beautifully with fermented root vegetables, pickled mushrooms, and brined meats, offering a layered, resinous complexity.

Common Allergies & Precautions

• Angelica Sinensis Root (Dang Gui) may interact with blood-thinning medications. Consult a healthcare professional if unsure.
• Black Peppercorn is a warming spice and may not be suitable for those with heat sensitivities.
• Always consult a healthcare professional before using herbal products if pregnant, nursing, or managing health conditions.

Complete Ingredient List

Knotty Pine Wood (Song Jie), Burdock Root, Angelica Sinensis Root (Dang Gui), Black Peppercorn, Bay Leaf.

Caution

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain freshness.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
• If irritation or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use.