juniper berries

Juniper berries are small, dark, and round cones produced by juniper trees and shrubs. Unlike true berries, they are actually seed cones with fragrant, resinous coverings. Widely used as a spice, especially in culinary dishes and flavoring for spirits like gin, these berries have a distinctive, piney aroma and taste. They also possess traditional medicinal uses, such as aiding digestion and acting as a natural diuretic. Harvested and dried, juniper berries are valued both for their aromatic properties and potential health benefits, making them an important ingredient in cooking and herbal remedies.