Herb or Spice

Caraway Seed

About This Entry

Caraway seed adds rye-bread anise warmth to Eastern European stews and sauerkraut — its distinctive seed spice pairs with Riesling, lager, and Alpine whites.

Wine Pairing Explanation

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Alternative wine styles

At a Glance

Group

Whole Spices

Classification

Herbs & Spices

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Carum carvi

Scientific Classification

Display name
Caraway Seed
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Group
Whole Spices
Scientific name
Carum carvi

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.