Herb or Spice

Long Pepper

About This Entry

Long pepper delivers complex sweet heat predating black pepper in Indian and Roman cooking — its elongated catkin spice pairs with aromatic whites and spice-tolerant reds.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Whole Spices

Classification

Herbs & Spices

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Piper longum

Scientific Classification

Display name
Long Pepper
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Group
Whole Spices
Scientific name
Piper longum

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

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