CLOVE

Quality: Standard

Variety: Well Dried and Standard

Color: Reddish Brown

Moisture: Less than 12%

Stems: 3-5%

Baby Cloves: 2% Max

Headless Cloves: 3% Max

Odd Matters: 0%

Metallic Content: Nil

Packaging: 50kg Jute Bags / 25kg Carton Boxes

Smell: Spicy Strong Odor & Special Clove Odor / Without Any DampedThe clove of commerce is the air-dried unopened flower bud obtained from an evergreen medium sized tree. The tree grows to a height of 10-12 meters and starts flowering in about 7 years. It continues to produce flower buds for 80 or more years. It is a valuable spice of the orient. Clove clusters are plucked by hand when the buds are fully developed with a pronounced pink flush and then dried over several days in the sun. Unopened flower buds, leaves and stalks yield essential oil.

Standard Quality Cloves is the Fine Quality available in Cloves, with less than 3% of Admixture with Headless and Baby Cloves. The Impurity level of this Grade will be Normal.

Advance Information*

High-Quality Organic Cloves by VARPI

Overview

Introducing our premium quality, 100% original, organic, and locally harvested Cloves – a spice of the orient that is renowned for its aromatic, spicy, and warm flavor. Sourced directly from the verdant clove plantations in India, our product meets stringent standards to ensure premium quality cloves reach your kitchen or business.

Characteristics

Quality Assurance

• Quality: Standard
• Variety: Well dried and meticulously selected standard cloves.
• Color: Reddish brown, a hallmark of purity and ripeness.
• Moisture Content: Less than 12% to maintain optimal dryness.
• Stems: 3-5% content ensuring minimal extraneous material.
• Baby Cloves: 2% maximum indicates meticulous sorting.
• Headless Cloves: 3% maximum ensuring high-grade sorting.
• Odd Matters: 0%, guaranteeing purity.
• Metallic Content: Absolutely nil, maintaining utmost safety and quality.

Aromatic and Flavor Profile

• Smell: A robust and spicy strong odor, unique to cloves, free from any dampness. This intense aroma signifies freshness and quality.
• Flavor: When used in culinary applications, it imparts a deep, warming flavor to dishes, making it a staple spice in many international cuisines.

Origin and Cultivation

Our cloves are harvested from the evergreen medium-sized clove tree, which grows to a height of 10-12 meters. Notably, these trees start flowering at around seven years of age and can produce flower buds for over 80 years. The cloves are hand-plucked and sun-dried to perfection over several days to preserve their essential oils and aromatic properties.

Tree Characteristics

• Type: Evergreen
• Size: Medium, typically 10-12 meters in height
• Flowering: Starts at about 7 years of age
• Lifespan: Continues to produce flower buds for 80 or more years

Processing

The clove of commerce consists of air-dried, unopened flower buds that are carefully sorted and dried under the sun, ensuring that each bud retains its essential oils and pungent flavor.

Key Processing Details

• Harvesting: Clove clusters are hand-plucked when the buds are fully developed and display a pronounced pink flush.
• Drying: Dried over several days in the sun, which helps to retain their aromatic properties.
• Essential Oils: Unopened flower buds, leaves, and stalks yield high-quality essential oil.

Packaging

Our cloves are available in two primary packaging options to suit various requirements:

• 50kg Jute Bags: Ideal for bulk orders and long-term preservation.
• 25kg Carton Boxes: Suitable for smaller quantities, ensuring product integrity during transit.

Applications and Uses

VARPI’s organic cloves can be used in multiple culinary and non-culinary applications:

Culinary Uses

• Spice: Commonly used in whole or ground form in various global cuisines, especially in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Western cooking.
• Baking: Enhances the flavor of baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and bread.
• Beverages: Adds a unique flavor to beverages like mulled wine, tea, and cider.
• Pickling: Integral component in pickling spices.

Medicinal and Aromatic Uses

• Traditional Medicine: Utilized in traditional medicine for its antiseptic properties.
• Aromatherapy: Extracted clove oil is widely used in aromatherapy for its invigorating properties.
• Cosmetic Use: Incorporated into dental care products for its soothing and antiseptic traits.

Conclusion

VARPI’s organic cloves promise unparalleled quality, every tiny bud adhering strictly to industry standards to offer you nothing but the best. These meticulously harvested and well-processed cloves ensure that you receive a product that is not just a spice but a treasure trove of aroma, flavor, and health benefits. Whether you are a small household, a gourmet chef, or a large-scale food producer, our cloves are the perfect choice to elevate your culinary creations. Please contact us for current pricing updates and to place your order today.