Organic Whole Clove Buds – Syzygium aromaticum | Culinary Spice, Tea, Oil & Potpourri Herb | Sourced from Madagascar

Organic Whole Clove Buds – Syzygium aromaticum | Culinary Spice, Tea, Oil & Potpourri Herb | Sourced from Madagascar

Warm, spicy, and deeply aromatic—these organic whole cloves are a kitchen and stillroom essential, perfect for tea, potpourri, and old-fashioned spice blends.

Herbal Overview

Whole cloves are the dried flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum, a fragrant evergreen native to tropical climates. Sourced from Madagascar and certified organic, these cloves are rich in natural oils and freshly dried for peak flavor and aroma.

With their bold, warming scent and unmistakable taste, cloves have long been treasured in both culinary and herbal traditions. Whether you’re making spiced cider, mulled wine, infused oil, or a cozy winter potpourri, these little buds bring richness, depth, and nostalgia to whatever they touch.

Botanical Profile

Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticum (syn. Caryophyllus aromaticus)
Plant Family: Myrtaceae
Status: Certified Organic
Origin: Madagascar
Caffeine Content: Naturally Caffeine-Free (Note: Stimulating due to its volatile oils, but does not contain caffeine)
Herbal Actions: Warming, aromatic, carminative, antimicrobial
Suggested Preparations:
– Brew as a warming tea or spice blend
– Add to simmer pots and mulled beverages
– Infuse into oils for clove-scented massage or bath oils
– Use whole or ground in baking, syrups, and spice rubs
– Blend into potpourri or sachets for seasonal fragrance

Packaging Details

Presented in our nostalgic General Store Parcel Wrap, each order is packed in a food-safe inner bag, tucked into kraft paper wrapping, and tied with twine and a vintage-style brass fastener.

Perfect for pantry, stillroom shelves, or gifting alongside other classic kitchen herbs.

Stillroom Notes

Clove buds are like tiny time capsules of winter. Their spicy aroma fills the farmhouse when I simmer them on the stove with orange peel, cinnamon sticks, and a splash of cider. I always keep a jar tucked near the tea tins—because once the cold sets in, nothing is more inviting than their rich, warming scent.

Simple Recipe

Winter Potpourri Mix
– 1 tbsp whole cloves
– 2 cinnamon sticks
– 3 anise stars
– 1 tbsp rose buds
– 1 tbsp dried lavender
– 1 tbsp lemongrass or orange peel

Mix and display in a bowl or add to a simmer pot with water for a fragrant home.

Clove Tea (1–2 servings)
– 4–5 whole cloves
– 1 cup water
Simmer gently for 10 minutes. Strain and enjoy with honey, or blend with ginger or peppermint for added comfort.

Volume Guide

– 1 oz = approx. ¼ cup
– ½ lb = approx. 3 cups
– 1 lb = approx. 6 cups

Suggested Pairings

Anise Star
Cinnamon Sticks
Orange Peel
Rose Buds
Lemongrass
Allspice Berries