Juniper Berries (Dried)
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Juniper berries are the dried piney cones of Juniperus communis, the defining botanical of gin, rich in alpha-pinene and flavonoids.
Why Juniper Berries (Dried) scores 83
% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)
Nutrition
per_100g
Health benefits
Provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory terpenes
limited evidenceAlpha-pinene and flavonoids scavenge free radicals and downregulate inflammatory signaling
Supports digestion and acts as a traditional diuretic
limited evidenceTerpinen-4-ol and bitter principles stimulate digestive secretions and mildly increase renal water excretion
Offers antimicrobial activity
limited evidenceThe essential-oil terpenes disrupt microbial membranes, inhibiting several bacteria and fungi
Pairs well with
- ·Crush lightly before use because the aromatic oils are locked inside the berry and release on bruising
- ·Pair with fatty and gamey meats where the resinous bitterness cuts richness
Practical tips
- ·Best timing: Juniper's aromatic actives have no circadian dependency.
- ·Crush 4 to 6 berries per dish rather than using them whole, and remove before serving if desired
- ·Store airtight away from light to preserve the volatile oils
- ·Use moderately because large amounts are bitter and not advised for those with kidney conditions
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