Looking for Allspice(pimento) wood, stateside

[cowguy]

Anyone know of a domestic source for allspice wood? It should be used, when making authentic jerk seasoned meats. I've scoured the net. The Jamaicans aren't much help either.

Pierre

[rbinms33]

I did a quick search and didn't find a thing. Did run across this excerpt though.....

"The unique flavor of Jerk comes in great part from cooking over moist pimento wood, which is not available in the US. To create that wonderful flavor without the pimento wood, soak 1/8 cup of whole allspice berries in water for about 30 minutes, then sprinkle them over the coals of the grill and cover to allow the smoke to permeate the meat, fish or seafood."

Hope that helps.