juniper berry

• Kleine dunkelviolette Beere des Wacholders, die hauptsächlich als Gewürz zum Aromatisieren von Speisen und als Hauptbestandteil von Gin verwendet wird.

A small, dark purple berry-like cone from the juniper tree, used primarily as a spice to flavor foods and as the main botanical ingredient in gin.

1. Spice and flavoring agentB2formal

   The small, dark blue berry-like cone from the juniper tree, used as a spice, especially to flavor gin and certain dishes.

   Gewürz und Aromastoff

   • Juniper berries are a key ingredient in gin production.
   • The chef added crushed juniper berries to the venison stew.
   • You can find dried juniper berries in the spice aisle.

2. Traditional remedyC1formal

   Used historically in herbal medicine for its diuretic and antiseptic properties.

   Traditionelles Heilmittel

   • In folk medicine, juniper berries were used to treat digestive issues.
   • Some people drink juniper berry tea for its cleansing effects.
   • The essential oil from juniper berries is used in aromatherapy.