How can I use allspice berries in cooking?
Probably the most common use of allspice in American kitchens is as the primary spice component in pumpkin pies. It is also one of the most common spices used in Caribbean cooking, where it's seen in jerk seasoning, marinades, and as a pickling ingredient. It's a key ingredient in a rum-based liqueur called pimento dram that is common in Jamaica, and it's also frequently used in Middle Eastern cooking.