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Juniper Berries Macedonia – Juniperus communis Small Oil-Rich Dried Berries, Resinous Pine-Citrus Flavour, Gin Distillery & Culinary Grade, 250g to 5kg Bulk Wholesale
Macedonia Juniper Berries
Juniper Berries Macedonia – Juniperus communis Small Oil-Rich Dried Berries, Resinous Pine-Citrus Flavour, Gin Distillery & Culinary Grade, 250g to 5kg Bulk Wholesale
Macedonia Juniper Berries

Juniper Berries Macedonia

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SKU: SPJUMPK1
Botanical: Juniperus communis
Origin: Macedonia
Bulk Pricing: Buy in bulk and save

Bulk discount rates

Below are the available bulk discount rates for each individual item when you purchase a certain amount

  • Buy 25 - 100 and get 5% off
  • Buy 101 - 250 and get 8% off
  • Buy 251 or above and get 10% off
$31.39 - $651.87
Juniperus communis — Macedonia
Small Oil-Rich Berries
Gin Distillery & Culinary Grade
No Known Allergens
Product Details  

About

Macedonian Juniper Berries, sourced from the Juniperus communis plant indigenous to Europe, are revered for their culinary and potential health benefits. Commonly used in Gin distilling. These berries still have oil inside and are much smaller than our Jumbo Albanian berries we also offer.

As always, it's advisable to consult with healthcare professionals for personalized guidance on health concerns.

If you are a distillery, please contact us for bulk quantity pricing, we import directly into Australia.

 

Benefits

1. Rich in antioxidants, supporting overall health.

2. May aid digestion and promote gut health.

3. Used in traditional medicine for potential diuretic properties.

 

Directions of Use

Homemade Gin Recipe (without a still)

1. Rinse a handful of juniper berries under cold water to clean them.

2. Place the juniper berries in a glass jar or bottle. Add other botanicals for more flavours, such as Lemon Peel for a citrus tone.

3. Pour your preferred alcohol base (such as a flavourless vodka) over the juniper berries, ensuring they are fully submerged.

4. Seal the jar or bottle tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for at least one week to allow the flavors to infuse.

5. After the desired infusion period, strain the liquid to remove the juniper berries and enjoy your homemade flavored spirit!

Other Uses

1. Crush juniper berries and steep in hot water to make a fragrant herbal tea.

2. Add whole juniper berries to culinary dishes like stews and marinades for a distinctive flavor.

3. Use powdered juniper berries as a seasoning for meats or vegetables.

 

Specifications

Botanical: Juniperus communis
Origin: Macedonia
Organoleptic Statement: Fresh, aromatic, slightly resinous
Ingredient Declaration: 100% Juniper Berries
Shelf Life: 2+ years dependent upon storage conditions
Packaging: Food grade bio-degradable materials
Processing: The product has been frozen to reduce the risk of insect contamination
Allergen Summary Statement:   No Known Allergens. Trace elements may be present due to farming practices
  The Herbal Connection makes no Allergen Free claims.

 

 

Store below 23 °C in a dark location ideally in an airtight container.

Have confidence knowing The Herbal Connection is proudly Certified Organic and HACCP Certified. Certificates available via FAQ page. We import directly into Australia and are proud to be as Eco-Friendly as possible. When available, all packaging materials are either recycled cartons or Bio-Degradable bags.

Warnings: This product isn't intended to treat, cure or prevent any illnesses. Always consult a healthcare professional before consuming any herbal products for health purposes especially if you're pregnant or taking medication.

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Juniper Berries Macedonia

$31.39 - $651.87
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Juniper Berries Macedonia

$31.39 - $651.87

Juniper Berries Macedonia — Juniperus communis, Small Oil-Rich Berries

Juniper Berries (Juniperus communis) — whole dried berries from Macedonia, the most widely cultivated and commercially traded variety of the common juniper. Botanically speaking, juniper "berries" are not true berries — they are the fleshy, merged seed cones of the juniper plant, which develop their characteristic berry-like appearance as the cone scales fuse and ripen over two to three years. Juniperus communis is the species used across virtually all culinary and distillery applications, prized for its sharp, resinous, piney flavour with distinct notes of citrus, pine, and a dry peppery warmth that are the unmistakable signature of gin.

These Macedonian berries are characteristically smaller and more oil-rich than the jumbo Albanian berries also available in the HC range — the smaller berry size indicates a higher essential oil concentration relative to berry volume, which many distillers and culinary professionals prefer for the intensity of flavour extraction they produce. The berries still contain the aromatic essential oils in the fruit — visible as an oily, resinous character when the berry is crushed. No known allergens. Available in 250g, 500g, 1kg, and 5kg. Volume discounts apply from 25 units. Distilleries requiring larger volumes are encouraged to contact us directly for bulk pricing.

Product Specifications

Botanical Juniperus communis
Common Name Juniper Berries; Common Juniper; Juniper Seed Cones
Origin Macedonia
Berry Size Small — more oil-rich than jumbo Albanian variety; higher essential oil concentration per berry
Ingredient 100% Juniper Berries (Juniperus communis)
Aroma & Flavour Sharp, resinous, piney — citrus and pepper notes; classic gin botanical character
Allergens No known allergens. Trace elements may be present due to farming practices.
Processing Freeze-treated to reduce the risk of insect contamination
Packaging Food-grade biodegradable materials
Sizes Available 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg bulk (not individual units)
Volume Discounts 5% off (25–100 units) · 8% off (101–250 units) · 10% off (251+ units)
Shelf Life 2+ years when stored correctly
Storage Below 23°C in a sealed, dry, dark, airtight container

Juniper Berries Macedonia — FAQs

Everything you need to know before you order.

Juniper berries have one of the most distinctive and immediately recognisable flavour profiles in the botanical world — sharp, resinous, and piney, with a complex layering of citrus zest (particularly lemon and orange), dry pepper, and a clean, almost cooling pine character. This profile is the defining flavour of gin — juniper is the mandatory primary botanical in all legally classified gin — and once you know the flavour, it is unmistakable. The raw berry has a very strong, rather bitter and astringent flavour that mellows significantly when cooked or infused. Crushing the berries before use breaks the outer skin and dramatically intensifies the aromatic oil release, producing a much more pronounced flavour. The Macedonian berries are smaller than Albanian jumbo berries but correspondingly more oil-concentrated — a small number of berries per dish or infusion is typically sufficient.
Juniper is the legally mandated primary botanical in gin — under both Australian and international standards, a spirit must have a predominant juniper flavour to be classified and labelled as gin. In distillery production, juniper berries are typically included in the botanical basket of a pot still and the vapour from the base spirit passes through the botanicals during distillation, extracting the aromatic compounds. Crushing the berries before placing them in the basket releases more of the essential oils and produces a more expressive juniper character. For cold compounding (making gin without distillation by macerating botanicals directly in neutral spirit), whole crushed juniper is macerated in high-proof neutral grain spirit for 24–48 hours or longer before blending with other botanical infusions. The smaller Macedonian berry size relative to Albanian jumbo berries can be an advantage in basket distillation — smaller berries pack more efficiently and provide greater surface area for vapour extraction. Distilleries with bulk volume requirements should contact our office directly for carton and pallet pricing.
Juniper is one of the classic spices of northern and central European cuisine, particularly for game and rich meat preparations. Game meats: juniper is the traditional pairing for venison, wild boar, pheasant, and duck — typically 4–8 crushed berries per dish (serving 4–6) added to braises, slow-cooked stews, and marinades. Pâtés and terrines: a small number of crushed berries in the forcemeat seasoning adds the classic Scandinavian/European character to game pâtés. Brines and marinades: include crushed berries in curing brines for red meat and game, and in pickling brines for vegetables. Sauerkraut and fermented vegetables: a traditional addition to sauerkraut and pickled red cabbage in German and Alsatian cooking. Sauces: crush and add to pan sauces and gravies for game, pork, and dark meat. Always crush before use — whole berries provide very little flavour extraction. Use sparingly; juniper is potent and too many berries produce an unpleasantly medicinal result.
Yes — crushing is strongly recommended for almost all applications. The outer skin of the dried berry is tough and relatively impermeable; whole uncrushed berries release their flavour slowly and incompletely. Crushing — either with the flat side of a large knife pressed firmly down on the berry, or with a mortar and pestle — breaks the skin and exposes the aromatic resinous interior, dramatically increasing the speed and intensity of flavour extraction in both cooking and infusion. For cooking applications, lightly crushing (just cracking the skin) is typically sufficient. For distillery and infusion applications, a more thorough crush produces maximum surface area and oil exposure. For gin cold compounding, some distillers go further and coarsely grind the berries before maceration. Do not crush too far in advance of use — once crushed, the volatile aromatic oils begin to dissipate, so crush just before adding to the recipe or infusion vessel.
The HC juniper range offers two distinct wild-harvested varieties with meaningfully different characteristics. Macedonian Juniper Berries (this product, SPJUMPK) — smaller berries with high essential oil concentration; more compact size suits gin basket distillation applications where dense packing and maximum surface area extraction is desired. Not certified organic. More accessible price point. Albanian Organic Juniper Berries (HTO.JUBK) — jumbo-sized berries from Albania, certified organic; larger and plumper with an impressive visual presence. Certified organic status makes them appropriate for certified organic product labelling. Also available in 15kg carton and 350kg pallet formats for high-volume distillery buyers. The choice between the two largely comes down to whether certified organic status is required, and whether smaller oil-concentrated berries or larger visually impressive berries better suit the application.
The standard sizes — 250g, 500g, 1kg, and 5kg — are our regular stocked wholesale pack sizes, with tiered volume discounts: 5% off for 25–100 units, 8% off for 101–250 units, and 10% off for 251+ units. The Herbal Connection is a wholesale supplier and can accommodate bulk orders well beyond these standard sizes. Distilleries and high-volume buyers are particularly encouraged to contact us directly for bulk carton and pallet pricing on both the Macedonian and Albanian organic varieties — we import directly into Australia and can offer tailored supply arrangements for ongoing volume needs. Contact our wholesale team at sales@herbalconnection.com.au or call (07) 5451 8780 to discuss your requirements.

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