Paradise Seeds: 2 grams

Aframomun melegueta Also called Grains of paradise, Guinea grains and Melegueta pepper, these small seeds look like cardamom but have a character all their own. The spice is native to West Africa & during medieval times was used to flavor food. It has also been used as a pepper substitute. While it does have a peppery zing, it also has notes of citrus & an earthy pine aroma.