About Cardamom
Widely recognized as the Queen of Spices, green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) represents the heart of our agricultural estate. Learn what makes our harvest world-class.
Our Quality Grading Standards
We mechanically screen and hand-sort our green cardamom to guarantee exact pod diameters, high density, and vibrant color.
Jumbo Premium
Our largest select pods, highly prized for premium export. Unmatched size, color, and density.
Super Bold
Extra large green cardamom, uniform size, filled with rich dark seeds. Popular in Middle Eastern markets.
Medium Bold
Highly aromatic pods with great density. Excellent balance of size, aroma, and cost-efficiency.
Standard Plus
Clean, well-filled pods ideal for blends and food service. Consistent green color and aroma.
General Export
Standard commercial grade pods suitable for grinding, extract manufacture, and food service packaging.
Select Grade
Mid-range grade suitable for domestic wholesale supply and retail masala blending.
Economy Select
Cost-effective grade used in large-scale food processing and tea flavoring operations.
Economy Grade
Economical grade pods for mass processing markets. Aromatic and suitable for extraction.
Small Grade
Smallest screened pods from sieve — used in bulk chai masala, extract, and powder manufacturing.
Bold Premium
Rare jumbo-range selection with ultra-uniform color — highly sought for gift packaging and premium markets.
What is Cardamom?
Green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is the world's third most expensive spice by weight, native to the evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in Southern India. Known as the “Queen of Spices,” it has been cultivated and traded for over 3,000 years.
India is the world's largest producer of cardamom, with the Cumbum Valley in Tamil Nadu and the Idukki district of Kerala accounting for the majority of production. Our estates in Cumbum have been cultivating premium green cardamom since 1979, across generations of expertise.
Health Benefits of Cardamom
Digestive Aid
Cardamom relieves bloating, indigestion, and stomach cramps. Its carminative properties stimulate digestive enzymes.
Antioxidant Rich
High in antioxidants and phytochemicals that neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative damage.
Blood Pressure
Studies show cardamom may help lower blood pressure through its diuretic effect and antioxidant properties.
Oral Health
Traditional use as a breath freshener. Its antimicrobial compounds fight bacteria responsible for cavities and bad breath.
Anti-inflammatory
Cardamom contains compounds that reduce chronic inflammation — a root cause of many modern diseases.
Respiratory Relief
Used in ayurveda for respiratory ailments. Helps soothe bronchospasms and improve lung function.
Cardamom Plantation
Our plantations are nested in the moist, warm slopes of the Western Ghats under the shade of native forest trees. This natural canopy shields the cardamom crops from direct sunlight, maintaining the humid microclimate necessary for premium essential oil production.
100% Shade Grown
Preserves high density and bright green color.
Slow Curing
Carefully dried within 24 hours of harvest.
Precision Grading
Mechanically screened from 6mm to 9mm jumbo.
Certified Quality
All batches quality inspected before dispatch.
How to Identify Quality Cardamom
Not all cardamom is equal. Here's what seasoned buyers look for when evaluating a batch of green cardamom before purchase:
- 1
Deep Green Color
Bright, uniform green indicates freshness and proper curing. Yellow or brown pods indicate aging or over-drying.
- 2
Full, Heavy Pods
Quality pods feel dense and full — not hollow. Squeeze the pod lightly; it should resist.
- 3
Intact Husks
The outer skin should be intact without cracks. Split pods lose moisture and aroma faster.
- 4
Strong Aroma
High-quality cardamom has an intense, sweet, eucalyptus-like fragrance. Faint smell = lower oil content.
- 5
Uniform Size
In graded cardamom, all pods should be consistent in size. Mixed sizes indicate poor grading.
Recipes & Uses
Chai / Masala Tea
Crushed cardamom pods or seeds are added to boiling water for fragrant, spiced tea blends.
Biryani & Rice Dishes
Whole pods are fried in oil at the start to infuse a floral, warming aroma into rice dishes.
Desserts & Sweets
Powdered cardamom is the secret ingredient in kheer, halwa, gulab jamun, and milk-based Indian sweets.
Spice Blends (Masala)
Ground with other spices to form garam masala, the backbone of countless Indian curries.
Coffee
Middle Eastern and Scandinavian traditions add cardamom to coffee for a distinctive aromatic kick.
Ayurvedic Remedies
Cardamom is a key ingredient in herbal teas and formulations for digestion and respiratory health.
Types of Cardamom
We supply 7 distinct categories of green cardamom — each graded, sorted, and packed to exacting standards for wholesale and export buyers.
Cardamom – Fruit
Whole green cardamom pods in their natural form. Premium quality, full aroma, and rich essential oil content. Available in multiple seed configurations.
Seed Types
Available Grades
Package Sizes
Size Grading Reference
Types 1, 2, 3, 5 & 6 (Fruit, Split, Sick, Color, Seeds) are available in all size grades. Bulk & Husk have a single standard grade.
Interested in Sourcing?
Contact our export desk today to request samples, certificates of analysis, and seasonal contract pricing.