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Turkish Mahlab — Mahaleb Cherry Seeds
Prunus mahaleb L. · Also known as: mahlep (Turkish), mahleb, mahlepi (Greek), mahaleb
Mahlab is an aromatic spice produced from the seed kernels of the St. Lucie cherry (Prunus mahaleb). Prized across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines for centuries, mahlab delivers a distinctive flavor combining bitter almond, cherry, and marzipan notes — making it an essential ingredient in artisan bakery and confectionery production. Turkey is among the world’s leading producers and exporters of premium mahlab.
BF Spices sources mahlab directly from wild-harvested cherry trees across central and southern Anatolia, where the continental climate and mineral-rich soils produce kernels with the highest aromatic oil content. Every batch is cleaned, sorted, and quality-tested at our BRC & ISO 22000 certified facility in Bursa before export.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Prunus mahaleb L. |
| Common Names | Mahlab, Mahlep, Mahleb, Mahlepi, Mahaleb |
| Origin | Turkey — Central & Southern Anatolia |
| Available Forms | Whole kernels, Coarse ground, Fine powder |
| Kernel Size | Approx. 5 mm diameter (whole) |
| Color | Beige to light tan (whole); pale yellow (ground) |
| Flavor / Aroma | Bitter almond, cherry, marzipan — subtly sweet and nutty |
| Moisture | Max. 8% |
| Packaging | 10 kg kraft bags (ground), 25 kg PP bags (whole) |
| Shelf Life | 12 months (whole), 6 months (ground) — store cool, dry & dark |
| Certifications | BRC, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, HACCP, Halal |
Industry Applications
Why Source Mahlab Direct from Turkey?
Turkey is among the world’s top producers of mahlab, with ideal growing conditions across Anatolia’s wild cherry forests. BF Spices offers direct-from-source supply with full traceability, BRC-certified processing, and flexible B2B packaging — eliminating middlemen and ensuring the freshest, most aromatic kernels for your production line. Ground mahlab loses its essential oils quickly, so freshness from source is critical. Learn about our sourcing process →
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