Black Pepper Oleoresin

This is obtained from properly ripened seeds of black pepper. Dried peppercorns are completely processed with the blackened external covering. The extraction is performed by percolating with variety of solvents, primarily hexane, which are removed prior to use. Black pepper oleoresin has heavier flavour and is far more popular than other varieties.
Black pepper oleoresin is widely used in food industry as a colouring and flavouring agent. The oleoresins represent complete spice flavour whereas essential oils only the aroma.