Clove(1st Quality) 
Whole Premium Cloves | Kerala |
Spiceora | (लौंग)

Buy premium whole cloves (laung) online — hand-picked from the fertile spice gardens of Kerala, India's spice capital. Spiceora's cloves are plump, dark-brown, and intensely aromatic — bursting with natural eugenol oil that gives cloves their signature warm, spicy-sweet depth. Used for centuries in Indian cooking, Ayurveda, and natural remedies, these are cloves the way they were always meant to be.

Available in Premium Airtight Tin and Resealable Zip Bag — in sizes 50g, 100g, 200g, 500g, and 1kg. Free delivery across India.

Why Kerala Cloves Are the World's Finest

Kerala has been the world's most prized source of cloves for over 2,000 years — traded across the ancient spice routes of Arabia, China, and Europe long before the age of colonisation. The state's tropical climate, rich red laterite soil, and high rainfall produce clove buds with exceptional eugenol content — the essential oil responsible for their powerful aroma, flavour, and medicinal properties.

Spiceora sources directly from trusted Kerala farmers, ensuring every clove bud is hand-picked at the right stage of maturity, sun-dried naturally, and carefully graded for uniform size, colour, and oil content — no machine-harvested, prematurely picked, or artificially dried cloves.

Key Features

• ✅ Whole clove buds — maximum eugenol content, grind or use whole
• ✅ Hand-picked from Kerala spice gardens — India's finest clove-growing region
• ✅ High essential oil content — intensely aromatic, bold spicy-sweet flavour
• ✅ Sun-dried naturally — no artificial processing or chemical drying
• ✅ No additives, no preservatives — 100% pure whole cloves
• ✅ Two packaging options — Premium Airtight Tin or Resealable Zip Bag
• ✅ 5 sizes available — 50g | 100g | 200g | 500g | 1kg
• ✅ Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free
• ✅ Shelf life: 12 months from date of packing

Tin vs Bag — Which Should You Choose?

How to Use Whole Cloves (Laung)

🍚 Biryani, Pulao & Rice Dishes
Add 3–4 whole cloves to hot ghee at the very start of cooking — they bloom instantly, releasing their deep, warm oil into every grain of rice. An essential ingredient in authentic dum biryani, Malabar biryani, and Lucknowi pulao.

🍛 Curries, Gravies & Masalas
Drop whole cloves into the oil before adding onions — they infuse the base of any curry or gravy with rich, spicy-sweet depth. Cloves are a foundational ingredient in garam masala, chole masala, and meat curries.

☕ Chai, Kadha & Herbal Tea
Crack 1–2 cloves and add to boiling chai for a warming, aromatic kick. Used in traditional immunity-boosting kadha with ginger, tulsi, and black pepper — a potent Ayurvedic cold remedy that has stood the test of time.

🍮 Desserts & Baking
Ground cloves add warmth and complexity to kheer, halwa, gingerbread, Christmas cake, spiced cookies, and mulled wine. A key ingredient in European Christmas baking and Indian festive sweets.

🥩 Meat Marinades & Slow Cooking
Stud whole cloves into onions or meat for slow-cooked dishes like nihari, rogan josh, and braised lamb. The long cooking time allows cloves to release their full flavour depth into the dish.

🌬️ Natural Mouth Freshener & Tooth Relief
Place a whole clove between the teeth or on a sore gum — clove's natural eugenol acts as a fast-acting analgesic and antibacterial agent, providing immediate relief. A trusted home remedy used across generations in India.

🌍 Pickling & Preserves
Whole cloves are an essential ingredient in Indian achaar (pickle), mango chutney, and spiced vinegar preserves — their antibacterial properties also help preserve the pickle naturally.

Health Benefits of Cloves (Laung)

Cloves are one of Ayurveda's most potent medicinal spices — packed with eugenol, flavonoids, and essential minerals that deliver remarkable health benefits:

• 🌿 Oral health & toothache relief — eugenol is a natural anaesthetic and antibacterial; used in dentistry worldwide as a pain reliever
• 🌿 Digestive health — stimulates digestive enzymes, relieves bloating, nausea, and stomach cramps
• 🌿 Powerful antioxidant — cloves have one of the highest ORAC antioxidant scores of any spice, protecting cells from oxidative damage
• 🌿 Immune support — strong antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal properties strengthen the body's natural defences
• 🌿 Anti-inflammatory — eugenol actively reduces inflammation in joints, muscles, and the gut
• 🌿 Blood sugar regulation — compounds in cloves help improve insulin sensitivity and regulate blood glucose levels
• 🌿 Respiratory health — expectorant properties help clear mucus, ease coughs, and soothe sore throats
• 🌿 Liver protection — eugenol has hepatoprotective properties, supporting healthy liver function
• 🌿 Bone health — rich in manganese, essential for bone formation and density

Note: Based on traditional Ayurvedic use and published research. Consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.

Size Guide

• 🟤 50g — Perfect for first-time buyers or gifting; a little goes a long way with cloves
• 🟤 100g — Ideal for small families; lasts 3–4 months with regular cooking
• 🟤 200g — Best value for regular Indian cooking households
• 🟤 500g — For large families, festive cooking, and spice enthusiasts
• 🟤 1kg — Bulk pack for restaurants, caterers, pickle makers, and food businesses

Product Specifications

• Product: Whole Cloves (Laung / Grambu / Lavang)
• Origin: Kerala, India
• Form: Whole dried clove buds, naturally sun-dried
• Key Compound: Eugenol (natural essential oil — responsible for aroma, flavour, and health benefits)
• Available Sizes: 50g | 100g | 200g | 500g | 1kg
• Packaging: Premium Airtight Tin or Resealable Zip Bag
• Diet: Vegetarian · Vegan · Gluten-Free · No Additives · No Preservatives
• Shelf Life: 12 months from date of packing
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Keep sealed to preserve essential oils.
• Brand: Spiceora — Kerala's Premium Spice Brand

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I know if my cloves are good quality?
A: Premium quality cloves are dark brown, plump, and have a visible bud head sitting on a firm stem. When you press a fresh high-quality clove between your fingers, it should release oil immediately. Spiceora cloves are graded for uniform size, dark colour, and high oil content — signs of premium quality.

Q: Can cloves really relieve toothache?
A: Yes — eugenol, the primary compound in clove oil, is used in commercial dental anaesthetics and has clinically proven pain-relieving and antibacterial properties. Place a whole clove on the affected area or apply a drop of clove oil on a cotton ball for fast temporary relief. Always consult a dentist for persistent pain.

Q: How many cloves should I use in cooking?
A: Cloves are intensely flavoured — less is more. 2–4 whole cloves are sufficient for a biryani or curry serving 4 people. For chai, 1–2 cracked cloves per cup is ideal. For garam masala blends, cloves typically make up 5–10% of the total blend by weight.

Q: Can I grind whole cloves into powder?
A: Absolutely — and freshly ground clove powder is far more aromatic than store-bought. Use a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Grind only what you need immediately for maximum potency. Store leftover powder in an airtight jar away from light.

Q: Which size is best for everyday cooking?
A: The 100g BAG is ideal for most households — cloves are used in small quantities, so 100g lasts a regular family 3–4 months. For frequent cooks or those who make their own garam masala, the 200g or 500g pack offers better value.

Q: Are these cloves good for making chai masala?
A: Yes — Kerala whole cloves are the gold standard for chai masala. Their high eugenol content gives chai a bold, warming aroma that pre-ground clove powder cannot replicate. Crack 1–2 cloves before adding to tea for best flavour release.

📦 Hand-picked from Kerala spice gardens | Sun-dried naturally | Packed fresh by Spiceora | Delivered across India | Kerala's Premium Spice Brand