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Peppercorn Types: Black, White, Green, Pink

Peppercorn Types: Black, White, Green, Pink

By Rachel Torres · September 30, 2026

One Plant, Four Colors

All true peppercorns come from Piper nigrum. Color depends on picking time and processing.

Black Pepper

Picked green, fermented, sun-dried. Most pungent and versatile.

White Pepper

Ripe berries soaked to remove skin. Milder, earthier. Preferred in white sauces.

Green Pepper

Unripe, freeze-dried or brined. Fresh, grassy flavor.

Pink Pepper

Not true pepper. Sweet, fruity, mild heat. Used for visual appeal.