Cardamon Pods

Cardamon is one of the worlds most expensive spices with an intense potent character.

Cardamon is an extremely potent spice. Only very small quantities are needed to impart the flavours of Cardamon into a final spirit. Cardamon adds a character of a strong spice and a cooling effect in the mouth. The true flavour of cardamon is likened to a combination of pepper, mint and eucalyptus. Cardamon pairs extremely well with juniper and coriander to create a more balanced style of gin.

Cardamon can also be used in ginger beers or beers. The use of cardamon among other spices can be used to create 'chai latte' stouts or spiced beers in general. Cardamon is very potent so ensure to use sparingly.

Dosage:

Cardamom can be quiet overpowering if used in high doses. To add a mild balanced flavour  use 0.1 - 0.3 grams per litre. We recommend startling lower and titrating up if the flavour is not pronounced enough.

In beers with a lot of character such as a milk stout or dessert stout add 10 - 15 grams and soak in secondary until desired flavour is achieved. In beers with a milder flavour use 5 - 10 grams and also soak after fermentation until desired flavour is achieved. Ensure the bark is boiled or soaked in vodka to sanitise before adding to secondary.

Storage:

Our Cardamom pods are packed into resealable foil bags to eliminate UV damage, ensure they are kept sealed and so you can reseal these bags after opening. We recommend refrigerating after opening and using the within two years of opening. Try to keep these out of a moist environment too.