The intensely aromatic cloves are by far the most prominent of the spices known as "flower spices." The aromatic and pungent dried flower bud used in both sweet and savoury cooking, Whole Cloves are an essential spice in the kitchen and are frequently found in Indian curries and chutneys. They are used to flavour pickles and brines for curing meats and are a traditional garnish for an old-fashioned ham. Ground Clove is among a group of spices used to flavour sweets made with fall fruits such as apples, pears and quince.