* ''' unripe, green berries. The enzyme of the green berries results in the oxidation of their exterior and then they are dried. Hence, they get their wrinkled appearance and black color.
* ''' red. Such peppercorns’ outer skin is removed by soaking them in water. Then they are dried in an oven or the sun. White pepper gets its white beige color and smooth appearance through this process.
* ''' brine solution.
* ''' Baies rose plant and dried. They have a slight sweet and pungent smell.
'''Peppercorns Buying, Usage, and Storage Tips'''
* Peppercorns can be bought as finely ground ones depending upon the requirement and usage. For instance, certain cooking preparations might require whole peppercorns while some require finely grounded ones.
* When buying ground pepper it is wise to get it as and when required in small quantities as it deteriorates with the passage of time and can even turn bitter.
* The best choice would be to buy whole peppercorns and then use them in whatever form as they can hold flavor, essential oils, and freshness in them for a long period.
* To get the full benefit of the peppercorn flavor, pepper can be ground freshly and used.
* They need to be stored in a dry, cool place so that they stay intact even for a year. But it is better to avoid buying them in bulk quantities as they tend to lose their flavor over time.
* When buying peppercorns look if they are of the same size as they can be adulterated with papaya seeds sometimes.
