As these are simply the seed of the black peppercorns, they have an even more intense flavour than black peppercorns. Ideal used in a white Bechamel sauce. It makes perfect sense for Abel & Cole to offer Crazy Jack organic products because sustainability is the core of the Crazy Jack philosophy. Back in the 1970's, wholefoods were seen as a fad…natural food was seen as 'alternative'! So Crazy Jack persevered, & is still sourcing food grown in a manner that is not damaging to the environment or potentially harmful to humans.