Vanilla is the most popular flavor in the world today, and few companies can claim a name association with vanilla like Watkins can. Having produced the world’s finest vanilla for more than 100 years, Watkins is recognized as the name in vanilla by hundreds of thousands of loyal customers.
Our dedication to quality begins with buying only the finest vanilla beans…The best vanilla beans in the world are those of the Bourbon variety—specifically those grown on the island of Madagascar off the coast of Africa. This labor-intensive crop is of such high quality that a single bean can retail for more than $3 (U.S.)
So it’s only natural that we would offer the same great product in a USDA certified premium organic form.• USDA certified organic• Made with the finest Madagascar Bourbonvanilla beans.
USDA Certified 100% Organic Spices
America’s original natural products company has been the pioneer in premium herbs and spices for over 100 years, so it’s only natural that we would be among the first to offer a premium line of organic herbs and spices. All are USDA certified 100% organic and come to you in beautiful gold tins reminiscent of the Gold Medals we’ve received for highest quality spices.
Did you know????
Originally introduced in 1895, Watkins ground spices were awarded the Grand Prize with Gold Medal for Highest Quality at the International Exposition, Paris in 1928.
(Egypt)
Our sweet basil is the most prominent of many varieties of basil. We sourced the very best basil from Egypt. Basil’s light licorice/clove/mint-like taste is important in most areas of the Mediterranean, but it is also highly prized in Thailand, where a similar variety is called “holy basil.” Use in all Italian and tomato dishes, scrambled eggs, oufflés, omelets, roast beef, pork or veal, meat pies, casseroles, and stews.
(Sri Lanka)
We have searched the globe and found the most flavorful pepper from Sri Lanka. Black pepper is the world’s most popular and important spice. It is used in virtually every cuisine in the world.
(blend)
Our balanced blend of Chili Powder will be superior in any dishes you cook. Blended with quality spices from around the world. Use in chili, Mexican dishes, eggs, omelets, sauces, soups, cottage cheese, rice, meat, fish,
cocktail sauce, gravies, stews, and vegetables.
(Indonesia)
Our flavorful cinnamon from Indonesia is the best quality available anywhere. The best cassia available today is from the Indonesian island from Sumatra. Use in all types of baked goods, such as pies, cakes, rolls and cookies. Excellent with fruit desserts, especially apples and peaches. Use sparingly in meat, poultry and game dishes.
(Indonesia)
Our ground cloves from Indonesia are one of the world’s most aromatic and important spices. The name for this spice comes from the Latin clavus, meaning “nail,” which is what the whole spice resembles. One of the most aromatic and important spices, cloves originated in the Moluccas, or Spice Islands. Use in baked goods, confections, liqueurs, pickles, chili sauce, catsup, meats, vegetables, mincemeat, beverages, sauces, marinades, marmalades and puddings.
(Turkey)
The best seeds from Turkey are carefully sorted and ground to create the best-finished product for your kitchen. Cumin is indispensable to Mexican and Southwestern cooking, and is widely used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines. It is a primary ingredient of chili powder and curry powder. Excellent in cheese dishes, with rice and corn dishes such as curries or tamales; use in soups, stews, salad dressings, barbecue sauces, ground meat dishes; also good with sauerkraut, lentils, potatoes, cabbage, and dried beans of all kinds.
(blend)
Use small amounts to enhance and support other herbs and spices while cooking. Blended with quality spices from around the world. Curry powder is one of the world’s oldest spice blends. It originated in England and was designed to give the characteristic flavor of Indian curry cookery, which became popular during the British colonization of India. Use generously in Indian and Caribbean curries, and sparingly in Western dishes such as eggs, deviled eggs, fish, shrimp, meats, vegetables, and rice.
(Egypt)
Dill is best known for its use with fish and other seafood dishes. We have sourced the very best dill from Egypt. The bright green leaf of an annual plant related to anise, fennel, cumin and caraway. Like fennel, dill has a great reputation as a digestive herb, and is most popular in the cuisines of Scandinavia, Germany and Central and Eastern Europe. Excellent with fish and seafood, in salads, dressings and sandwich fillings; marries well with mustard and lemon.
(China)
Our garlic powder will enhance any dish needing great garlic flavor. We have selected only the best garlic from China. Garlic has long been credited with numerous medicinal qualities, such as boosting the immune system. Use for enhancing most savory dishes, including meat, fowl and seafood, salad dressings, soups, sauces and appetizers.
(Indonesia)
We have found the very finest ginger roots from Indonesia. They have been carefully dried to preserve their warm, spicy flavor. Used primarily for baking in the West and for savory dishes in the East. Gingerbread, cookies, cakes, pumpkin pie, orange/yellow vegetables, pickles and conserves, baked beans, and Asian stir-fries. Many people put powdered ginger in capsules as a natural remedy for motion sickness.
(United States)
The pungency of the mustard is not released until it is added to water or another liquid. Watkins only uses the finest oil-rich North American mustard seed. Use in white sauces for macaroni, corn, seafood, potato or egg dishes, salad dressings, butter sauces, omelets, and stewed oysters.
(Indonesia)
The hard kernel of the peach-like fruit imparts a rich nut-like flavor. Watkins selects only the finest seed from Indonesia. Use in baked goods, eggnogs, custards, cheese, eggs, fish and poultry dishes, whipped cream toppings,
fruits, ice cream, coffee cakes and applesauce.
(China)
Our onion powder will enhance any dish with delicious onion flavor. We have selected only the best onion from China. A favorite flavoring vegetable for centuries used in every cuisine in the world. Use in meats, poultry, seafood, salads, vegetables, soups, sauces, omelets, and egg dishes.
(Turkey)
Watkins has chosen only select Turkish oregano, which has a strong flavor. Best known for its use on pizza; also excellent in pasta sauces, pork, veal, fish, vegetables, dressings, gravies, seafood, poultry, grilled tomatoes and all tomato dishes.
(Mexico)
Paprika is ground from dried red chilies. Watkins selects only the best Mexican variety, which is a brilliant color and is sweeter in taste. Use as a garnish and flavor for creamed foods, such as deviled eggs, mayonnaise dressings, white potatoes, cauliflower, salads, dips, canapés, and chowders.
(Egypt)
We have selected only the finest parsley from Egypt to bring a bright flavor to any dish. This delicious, nutritious herb has a refreshing taste that goes extremely well with garlic, onion, lemon, and any herb. Add to butter sauces for meats, poultry, fish and vegetables, scrambled eggs, stuffings, soups, chowders, salads, and dressings.
(Argentina)
Rosemary is a pungent combination of mint and evergreen and is best when roasting meats. Our rosemary is from Argentina and is the best quality available. At its best with roasted or grilled lamb, pork, poultry and game; also excellent with potatoes and vegetables, stews, marinades and breads.
(Croatia)
We have found the most flavorful sage from Croatia. This Mediterranean herb got its name because of the ancient belief that it strengthened the memory and imparted wisdom. Dalmatian sage, the world’s best variety, comes from the area that is now Croatia. Sage is excellent in poultry stuffing and its flavor and natural tenderizing properties make it perfect for pork and other rich meats.
(Turkey)
We have selected only the finest thyme from Turkey to bring an irresistible flavor to any slow cooked dish. One of the great European culinary herbs, and perhaps our most versatile. Closely related to oregano, with a stronger, more balsamlike flavor that has made it a favorite far beyond its Mediterranean origins. Excellent with meat, fish and poultry, tomato dishes, stuffings, stews and sauces, vegetable juice, clam juice, seafood cocktails, marinades, gravies, and vegetables.
