peppercorn
noun
pep·per·corn
ˈpe-pər-ˌkȯrn 
plural peppercorns
: the small round fruit of the black pepper that is typically dried and ground as a spice
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In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, rhubarb, water, sugar, ginger, and pink peppercorns.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2026
Place garlic cloves, coriander, peppercorns and crushed red pepper flakes in the bottom of jar.
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Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 June 2026
The palate is smooth and slightly sweet, with flavors of agave nectar, baked citrus, and green peppercorn, followed by butterscotch, light oak, and a touch of baking spice.
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Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Plus, lots of salt, peppercorns, a bay leaf or two.
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Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2026
Place garlic cloves, coriander, peppercorns and crushed red pepper flakes in the bottom of jar.
—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 June 2026
The palate is smooth and slightly sweet, with flavors of agave nectar, baked citrus, and green peppercorn, followed by butterscotch, light oak, and a touch of baking spice.
—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Plus, lots of salt, peppercorns, a bay leaf or two.
—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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“Peppercorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peppercorn. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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peppercorn
noun
pep·per·corn
ˈpep-ər-ˌkȯ(ə)rn
: a dried berry of the black pepper
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