McCormick Pure Ground Black Pepper is an essential spice that is beloved around the world. A shake, spoon, or pour of this essential pantry staple delivers a sharp aroma and kick of earthy heat to an endless array of meals and recipes. Our ground black pepper always starts with premium, hand-harvested, whole peppercorns. When ground, the dark-brown-to-black, deep-set wrinkled peppercorns have a distinct peppery flavor that can be blended into almost any dish.