Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
Annatto Seeds
4.73 reviewsAnnatto (achiote) seeds from Guatemala, prized for an earthy, slightly peppery flavor and the brilliant orange-red color they lend. Bloom them in oil or grind into pastes for Latin American and Caribbean rice, stews, and marinades.
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Origin: Santa Catarina Pinula, Guatemala
Freshly harvested · July - September
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- Single-origin, traceable to its growing region
- Most orders ship next business day
- FSSC 22000, Organic, Kosher and Non-GMO
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Product specs
- Harvest time
- July - September
- Grades
- Consistent sizing and color. Bottle ready. Whole or fine ground.
- Production
- Formal orchards cultivated in the mountainous areas of Guatemala.
- Certificate of Analysis
- Aerobic Plate Count, Coliforms, E.Coli, Mold, Yeast, Salmonella, heavy metals.
- Water activity
- <0.70
- Molds
- <0.01%
- Foreign matter
- <0.01%
Shipping & returns
Stocked items ship in 2–7 business days; larger and custom orders ship on a quoted timeline. Shipping is calculated at checkout by weight and destination.
Because these are food products, we can't accept returns of opened goods. If an order arrives damaged, incorrect, or short, email sales@noblehousespice.com within 7 days and we'll make it right. See our full terms.
Frequently asked
- What are annatto seeds?
- Also called achiote, earthy and slightly peppery seeds prized for the brilliant orange-red color they lend.
- How do I use annatto?
- Bloom in warm oil to release the color, or grind into pastes and rubs for Latin American and Caribbean dishes.
- Does annatto have a strong flavor?
- It is mild and earthy, used as much for color as for taste.
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- Verified buyer
Deep color for our recado rojo
We grind our own achiote paste. These seeds are hard, deep brick-red, and grind to a vivid powder. Cochinita pibil comes out the right color without any added dye.
Rosa E. · Yucatecan restaurant · Chicago, IL
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We infuse annatto in oil for coloring a cheddar. Guatemalan seeds, clean, no debris, and the color extraction is strong. Good value in the 20 lb box.
Tim F. · Cheese maker · Madison, WI
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Great for atsuete oil for our kare-kare and pancit. Would buy again. Only wish the smaller box came in a 2 lb option.
Maria P. · Filipino food truck · Daly City, CA
