Labels touting origin imply there’s more to this standby spice than there once was. How much does source influence flavor?

We tasted three nationally available Ceylon cinnamon products against our favorite Indonesian cinnamon, swirling them into rice pudding and baking them into cin…

We tasted seven products, rating them on their flavor, level of smokiness, and overall appeal.

We tasted five brands of Sichuan peppercorns to find out which had the best flavor and tingle.

We tested six brands of five-spice powder to determine which really delivered an authentic Asian flavor.

Chili powder is essential for making perfect game-time chili, but many products fumble with weak, wan flavor. Do any score a touchdown?

In terms of sales, A.1. rules the steak sauce market. But in a blind taste test, would the king be dethroned?

When it comes to garlic powder, which brand comes out on top?

Since ginger is often used in combination with other spices, would it matter which brand we used in recipes like gingerbread?

A small organic brand sneaks up on the big boys.

Food magazines and celebrity chefs are touting the flavor of gourmet salts that cost up to $36 per pound. Do they really taste better?

Steer clear of shelf-stable brands and head straight to the refrigerator aisle.

Does brand make a difference when it comes to the world's most expensive spice?

The best versions of this renowned Hungarian spice pack a punch that goes beyond pigment.

You only use a grind or two on your food, so does it really matter what brand of peppercorn you buy?

Liquid smoke can be just fine—as long as you know what to avoid when selecting a brand.

Can this product be reasonably substituted for fresh herbs?

Blends can vary dramatically, even within the mild or sweet category.

Our winner is not only traditional, but also widely available.

For ultra-thin cutlets, meat tenderizers actually work. In this case, does brand matter?

We required our winning brand to be both authentic and complex.