FAQs

Nick's Seasonings — Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about our authentic Jamaican jerk seasoning, ingredients, heat levels, catering, and shipping.

What makes Nick's Seasonings different from other jerk seasonings?

Nick's Seasonings uses more ingredients than mass-market competitors to deliver a real, authentic jerk flavor, and it's never mass-produced. The blend is built from a family recipe with freshly ground pimento (allspice) berries, cinnamon, thyme, raw cane sugar, and scotch bonnet peppers sourced from Jamaica. Each jar is 12 oz — 2 oz more than the typical 10 oz jar — and arrives in a burlap sack, like Blue Mountain coffee.

Is Nick's Seasonings authentic Jamaican jerk seasoning?

Yes. The recipe was taught to founder Nicholas Owen by his aunt Merlene and traces back to his grandfather Leslie, who recreated the family's jerk blend after immigrating from Jamaica to New York in the 1980s. Nick is a first-generation Jamaican American who grew up with these flavors at the dinner table.

Is Nick's Seasonings Black-owned?

Yes — Nick's Seasonings is 100% Black-owned, founded by Nicholas Owen in 2018.

How hot is Nick's Jerk Seasoning?

Nick's Jerk Seasoning comes in a Mild seasoning and a Hot jerk marinade, so you can choose your heat level. It's made with scotch bonnet peppers, but the aroma is just as important as the heat — customers often notice the cinnamon, pimento, thyme, and raw cane sugar first.

What can I use jerk seasoning on?

You can jerk almost anything — chicken, pork, goat, lamb, salmon, vegetables, and even some fruits. For the best flavor, marinate overnight. The label sums up the method: marinate, cook, serve.

What's in Nick's Jerk Seasoning?

The blend features freshly ground pimento (allspice) berries, cinnamon, thyme, raw cane sugar, and scotch bonnet peppers sourced from Jamaica, plus a longer ingredient list than most competitors for a deeper, more authentic flavor.

What products does Nick's Seasonings sell?

Nick's Seasonings currently offers Jerk Seasoning (Mild), Jerk Marinade (Hot), Curry Powder (Mild), and Adobo Seasoning with Pimento. Jerk BBQ sauce, Pine & Ginger and Sorrel & Ginger juices, and a cookbook are in development.

How big are the jars?

Each jar holds 12 oz — 2 oz more than the standard 10 oz jar — and ships in a signature burlap sack.

Does Nick's Seasonings offer catering?

Yes. Nick's Seasonings caters private parties, corporate events, and large functions with authentic Jamaican and Caribbean food — jerk wings, jerk leg quarters, oxtail, rice & peas, curry, and more. See our Catering page for the menu and to request a quote.

Where does Nick's Seasonings ship from?

Nick's Seasonings ships across the United States from Washington, D.C. Order online at NicksSeasonings.com.

How do I store the seasoning and how long does it last?

Store your jar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and use a dry spoon to keep it fresh.