La Drogheria 1880 Ground Black Pepper

La Drogheria 1880 is a renowned Italian brand specializing in spices and aromatic herbs, originally established in Florence in 1880 as a botanical grocery store. The company is famous for its iconic small glass jars with blue lids, which are widely available in supermarkets across Italy and internationally.

While the brand maintains its production roots in Italy (specifically in the San Piero a Sieve plant near Florence), it is now part of a larger global portfolio. In 2017, the American spice giant McCormick & Company acquired Drogheria & Alimentari, the parent company of the brand. McCormick is headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, and is one of the world's leading manufacturers of spices, herbs, and flavorings. This ownership allows the brand to benefit from a vast distribution network while preserving its Italian heritage and manufacturing traditions.