Tellicherry whole black peppercorns are left on the vine longer so they develop a deeper, richer flavor. Considered the finest pepper in the world, these extra-large berries come from the Malabar coast of India.

Black peppercorns are picked from the vine just before they ripen and turn red. During the drying process, the berries turn black. This particularly large, more mature, berry has a full, robust flavor described as almost fruity.