Aji amarillo is McCormick’s 2025 flavor of the year. It’s a staple in Peruvian cuisine. The 2025 flavor of the year is here. Spicemaker McCormick has named "aji amarillo" seasoning as its flavor of the year – to complement this year’s flavor forecast.

HUNT VALLEY, MD. – McCormick & Co.’s 25 th annual Flavor Forecast has identified Aji Amarillo as its 2025 flavor of the year. Aji Amarillo, which also translates to yellow Chile pepper in English, is a pepper native to South America and features fruity, tropical notes and moderate heat, according to the company.

We all crave that special ingredient to make our everyday dishes easier—and McCormick's 2025 flavor of the year is a bold option to add to your pantry: ají amarillo. Its vibrant pepper is sweet and fruity with a moderate spice level that gives foods the right amount of kick.

The top spice company announced aji amarillo, which translates to "yellow chile pepper" in English, will be a standout flavor in the culinary world this year. The pepper's flavor profile is described as fruity with tropical notes reminiscent of mango and passion fruit,