| ≥1 piece |
Whole or ground (powdered) cloves shall have a strong
aromatic, spicy odour and characteristic flavour. They
shall be free from off-flavours, including mustiness.
4.2 Colour
4.2.1 Whole cloves shall be of a reddish-brown to
blackish-brown colour.
4.2.2 Ground (powdered) cloves shall be of a brown
colour with a violet tinge.
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION: Colour Dark brown. Flavour Characteristic strong, hot, pungent flavour, free from any objectionable flavours. Odour Characteristic strong pungent aroma, free from any objectionable odours. Moisture 14.0% maximum Total Ash 7.0% maximum Acid Insoluble Ash 1.0% maximum Volatile Oil 9.0% minimum Bulk Index 95 - 115g / 250mL Sieve 10.0% maximum retained on 500um Water Activity 0.68 maximum Extraneous Matter 0.1% w/w