Cambodia has a storied history of growing fine peppercorns dating back to the 13th century. Traders from Indonesia, Holland, and France have all played major parts in its history. France’s Cambodian colonies and culinary authority popularized this cultivar of peppercorn, especially in the 20th century. French gourmet Auguste Escoffier was quite fond of these particular peppercorns. Sadly, Kampot pepper production collapsed under the rule of the Khmer Rouge in the 1970’s. It wasn’t until the past couple decades that pepper farmers returned to their traditions and brought this rare and exceptional spice back on to the global spice market.
Kampot pepper is considered the finest peppercorn in the world. Kampot peppercorns are named after their region of production, much in the same way parmesan cheese and champagne are named. They are even the first Cambodian product to receive the French appellation d'origine contrôlée. (Protected geographical indication.)
Kampot peppercorns
Processing
whole
Taste Notes
sweetness, fruity, floral
Perfect For
french cuisine, grilled meats
Diet & Lifestyle
Kosher
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Pink Peppercorn Gin
This easy homemade infused gin recipe calls for two rarer peppercorns; Cambodian Kampot peppercorns and pink peppercorns.
While authentic gin requires a second distillation after infusion, don’t le...
My favorite peppercorns- really makes all of your food pop
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MI1800ES
Wonderful Flavor!
Wonderful peppercorns! Quite a change from the black peppercorns, these have a subtle heat and their own great aroma. After using these alone or in a blend, you'll never accept what passes for pepper 'out there' again!! I've got a pocket sized pepper grinder that I take with me when I dine out now.
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Ralph B.
Red peppercorns
These red peppercorns are wonderful. A bit fruity, earthy, peppery. My new favorite for seasoning at the stove or the table.
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Jeffery L.
Makes the Every Day Application of Pepper an Uncommon Experience
You can take every day food and give it a bold twist or take uncommon food to a new level with these peppercorns.
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Sandra G.
Very special peppercorn
What a delight! I bought the red Kampot and have been putting it on everything. It has a delightful fresh-almost-fruity flavor. I love to cook and finding new ingredients is a joy. I now have 3 pepper grinders - for white, regular black and now this new Red.
