Tellicherry Ground Black Pepper by Pavone
Tellicherry ground black pepper by Pavone is a premium pre-ground spice in a 350 g brik dispenser, sold in cases of 6 units. Tellicherry is the top selection of Piper nigrum: berries left to ripen longer on the vine, giving an intense, warm and slightly fruity aroma with a deep, lingering pungency. Origin Vietnam. Ready to use for high-volume professional kitchens that need consistent seasoning without grinding.
What Tellicherry pepper is
Black pepper is the dried, unripe fruit of Piper nigrum, a climbing vine native to the Malabar coast and now cultivated across South and Southeast Asia. The Tellicherry grade names the largest, late-harvested berries, prized for higher essential-oil content. Ground at the source and packed in a sealed brik, this pepper keeps a uniform particle size ideal for even distribution over dishes.
The producer: Pavone Garuti
The Pavone brand belongs to F.lli Garuti S.r.l., a family company that has selected and packed spices since 1955. Today Pavone Garuti offers more than 350 references and runs ISO 9001 quality management. This item is part of the Aromi Erbe and Spezie HORECA Selection line, designed for food service. Packing site: Ladispoli (Rome). Packaging is 100% recyclable and FSC-certified.
Sensory profile
Aroma: warm, woody, citrus-edged. Taste: sharp, persistent heat from piperine, with a fruity Tellicherry depth. Colour: even dark-grey ground powder. Because it is pre-ground, the volatile oils are protected by the freshness cap, but the spice is at its most fragrant within the months after opening.
Professional uses
- Cacio e pepe: toast a generous pinch in the pan, then mantecate with pecorino and pasta water for the classic Roman dish.
- Grilled meats and tartare: add at the end or raw, about 0.3-0.5 g per portion, to keep the aroma intact.
- Pepper sauces: base for sauce au poivre, peppercorn cream sauces and marinades.
- Mise en place: fill table and line dispensers for fast, even seasoning during service.
- Charcuterie and preserves: season salumi mixes, terrines and pickling brines.
Pairings
Black pepper pairs with flaky sea salt (Maldon), aromatic salts, dried oregano and other Pavone spices. Combine with extra virgin olive oil and pecorino for Roman classics, or with grilled vegetables and red meats.
Common kitchen mistakes
- Adding pepper at the start of a long, high-heat cook: piperine and volatile aromas dissipate above roughly 80 degrees, leaving only flatness.
- Leaving the dispenser open: oxidation dulls the aroma. Reseal the freshness cap after every use.
- Storing near the stove: heat and steam degrade the spice. Keep it cool and dry.
Storage and shelf life
Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and humidity, and reseal after each use. Best-before is printed on each brik. As a dry ambient product, it needs no cold chain and is ideal for stocking professional pantries.
Delivery and logistics LAPA
B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). Direct distribution across Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, Aargau, Lucerne and Basel. For Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Vevey, Sion), Valais and mountain regions (Davos, St. Moritz, Chur) delivery within 24-48 hours via certified food-grade couriers (Swiss Post, Planzer, Galliker, Camion Transport). As a dry ambient product it ships with standard PostPac and pallet logistics, ideal for stock orders.
Who it is for
Designed for restaurants, pizzerias, hotels, delicatessens, gelato shops, pastry labs, canteens, Italian grocery stores and home cooks who want a reliable, high-volume professional black pepper. Over 1,500 chefs and restaurateurs in Switzerland source from LAPA.
