Korean
Bamboo Salt

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This ultrafine rare sea salt is fired in bamboo stalks at extremely high temperatures according to ancient Buddhist traditions to increase its mineral content and pH value. Its powdery texture melts with a pleasantly mild sensation on the tongue. It is alkaline (pH 9.9–10.2) and a perfect finishing salt for raw vegetables, egg dishes, or grilled fish.

  • 100% natural, non-iodised salt with traces of bamboo ash
  • Ultrafine, powdery texture similar to icing sugar
  • White to slightly greyish powder
  • Produced in South Korea according to Buddhist tradition
  • Ideal for authentic Korean dishes
€13.11 €13.80
2x80g

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N8872CDE-bundle
€81.94 / 1 kg
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Delivery: 1–2 working days

Incl. VAT, excl. shipping

SKU
N8872CDE-bundle
€81.94 / 1 kg

Finest Origin - Highest Grade

Origin: South Korea

Grain Size: Ultrafine (approx. 0.1mm) – powdery like icing sugar. It feels incredibly soft and melts instantly on the tongue.

Appearance: A very fine, delicate, white to slightly greyish powder.

Production: An ancient, ritual refinement process. Pure sea salt is filled into thick bamboo tubes, sealed and traditionally fired at extremely high temperatures (1000-1500°C). The salt absorbs minerals and the flavour of the bamboo.

Distinctions: Highly alkaline by nature. The intense firing process increases the mineral content and the salt reaches a pH value of approx. 9.9-10.2. In Korea, it is traditionally regarded as a harmonising ingredient for the body. A rare and precious artisanal product, far removed from mass production.

Composition: Fired sea salt (refined with bamboo tube ash).

Packaging: We use environmentally friendly clear glass instead of plastic.

Character: Powerful, rich and complex. Extremely salty (so use sparingly!), paired with a delicate smoky note and a deep minerality reminiscent of roasted flavours.

Pairings: A unique seasoning. Makes typical Korean dishes with rice or millet an authentic experience. It is ideal for giving raw vegetables (e.g. cucumbers) a bold, savoury kick or as a secret ingredient in broths and marinades.

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  • Select raw materials as the basis of all our formulations
  • Our commitment: complete avoidance of all unnecessary additives, technical excipients and chemical extraction agents
  • If additives are needed, valuable natural ingredients are prioritised
  • Voluntary disclosure of every ingredient
  • In-house production to achieve our high standards of purity and quality
  • High-quality custom production of liquid products and (functional) foods as well as tablets by selected partners
  • Packaging and encapsulation in Germany and the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards
  • Independent laboratory tests available on the product page
  • Vegan capsule shells 100% without PEG or carrageenans
  • Amber glass or high-quality, resealable bags featuring an aroma barrier to protect against oxidation and contamination used for packaging
  • Storage in amber glass or product-specific, food-safe containers according to EC 10/2011
  • Shipping boxes made from safe, sustainable materials
  • All products 100% free from magnesium stearate, nanoparticles (no legal opportunism), titanium dioxide, genetic engineering and artificial colours and flavours
  • Sugar or sweeteners deliberately added only when necessary, such as for functional or product-specific reasons

Cultivation & Processing

The Alchemy of Fire

The history of bamboo salt is closely linked to the spiritual and healing traditions of Korea. It began over 1000 years ago in Buddhist monasteries, where monks practised an ascetic lifestyle with a very simple, often vegetarian diet.

They understood the vital necessity of salt, but also recognised that common sea salt (in its raw state) could contain impurities and a bitter residual moisture (known as Gansu), which were viewed as impure or taxing on the body. In their search for a pure "healing salt", they developed a ritual process.

This process is pure alchemy: sun-dried sea salt is packed by hand into thick stalks of giant bamboo. These tubes are sealed with a mineral-rich yellow clay (Hwangto) and then fired in a special kiln at 1000–1500°C over a pinewood fire.

In this intense heat, the bamboo burns away, and the salt fuses with the mineral juices and ash of the wood. The sea salt's bitter impurities are driven out. Its character changes fundamentally: the salt becomes highly alkaline (pH 9–10) and takes on a deep, mineral, and slightly smoky note. It is the birth of an entirely new salt, prized in Korean cuisine for both its flavour and its harmonising properties.

Nutritional Values

Ingredients: Sea salt, bamboo ash.

100%
True Clean Label
no additives

Serving Suggestion

For cooking and seasoning.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.

Product Details

ProductionRoasted gourmet salt from Korea.
ProductionBottling and encapsulation in the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards. In-house capsule production in Europe.

High-quality custom production of liquid products and (functional) foods for sports and everyday use. Production of tablets by selected partners according to HACCP / GMP standards.

Storage in amber glass or product-specific, food-safe containers according to EC 10/2011.

Shipping boxes made from safe, sustainable materials.

Laboratory Tests

The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.

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