Warm spice and a citrus twist from one small seed. Coriander is one of the spices brewers reach for most — think Christmas specials and strong blond beers.
Coriandrum sativum · Seeds, use whole or crushed · Spicy, citrusy flavour · 50 g
What it does in your beer
Coriander seeds give beer a spicy, citrusy flavour. They're a staple of special Christmas beers and strong blond beers, and the classic partner for orange peel in Belgian witbier.
Use the seeds whole or crushed, depending on the result you're after. Spice is easy to add and hard to take back, so start modestly and build up over batches.
At a glance
| Product | Coriander seeds |
| Botanical name | Coriandrum sativum L. |
| Form | Seeds — use whole or crushed |
| Flavour | Spicy, citrusy |
| Typical beers | Christmas specials, strong blond beers, Belgian witbier |
| Pack size | 50 g |
How to use
- Decide on whole or crushed: both are used, it depends on the result you want.
- Crushing? Do it just before the seeds go in rather than days ahead.
- A hop bag or spice bag makes the seeds easy to lift out again.
- There's no fixed dose in our source data, so note what you used and taste the result — then adjust next brew.
Pairs well with
Brewing a witbier? Try it with our sweet orange peel, BESTMALZ BEST Wheat malt and WHC Lab Belgian Haze yeast, which its maker says complements orange peel and coriander.
Planning a Christmas special? Dark candi sugar adds colour and a sweet, caramel-like flavour.
Storage & shelf life
- Keep the pack closed in a cool, dry, dark place.
- Reseal after opening and crush only what the recipe needs.
Food information
- Name: Coriander seeds
- Ingredients: coriander seeds (Coriandrum sativum L.)
- Allergens: coriander is not one of the 14 allergens listed in EU Regulation 1169/2011, Annex II
- Net quantity: 50 g
- Storage: cool, dry and dark
Good to know
- 50 g of coriander seed — crush what you need, when you need it.
- Seeds, not the leafy herb: same plant, different flavour.
- Brewing ingredients ship from our partner warehouse in the Czech Republic, separately from any equipment.
FAQ
Should I crush coriander seeds for brewing?
Either way works — use them whole or crushed, depending on the result you want. If you crush them, do it just before use.
Which beers use coriander?
Christmas specials, strong blond beers and Belgian witbier, where it usually pairs with orange peel.
Is this the same as fresh coriander (cilantro)?
It's the seed of the same plant, Coriandrum sativum. The seed tastes spicy and citrusy, not like the leaves.