Dry Ginger
India’s Harvest, the World’s Choice
About Dry Ginger
Dry ginger, also known as 'Sonth' in India, offers a warm, sharp, and distinctly pungent flavor with a sweet, woody aroma. It is a cornerstone of Indian cuisine, used to add depth to curries, dals, and is a key ingredient in masala chai. Its potent, warming properties also make it a staple in traditional Ayurvedic remedies.
- Botanical Name:Zingiber officinale
- Common Names:Sonth
- Family:Zingiberaceae
- Origin:India (Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Northeastern regions)
Key Features
High Pungency
Rich in gingerol, providing the characteristic sharp and warm flavor.
Aromatic Quality
High volatile oil content ensures a strong, woody, and sweet aroma.
Natural Processing
Naturally sun-dried to lock in the freshness, pungency, and nutritional value.
Premium Sourcing
Sourced from the best ginger-growing regions of India for superior quality.
General Specifications
Product Variants & Specifications
Whole Dry Ginger
The complete dried rhizome (root), valued for its long shelf-life and the ability to be freshly ground or used in decoctions and infusions.
Physical Specifications
Appearance
Clean, fibrous, whole dried rhizomes
Color
Light brown or pale buff yellow
Shape
Irregular, knobby, branched 'fingers'
Texture
Hard, rough, and fibrous
Foreign Matter
1% max
Damaged/Discolored
2% max
Flavor/Aroma
Sharp, pungent, and highly aromatic
Available Grades
Grade A (Premium)
Large size, uniform light color, well-cleaned.
Grade B (Standard)
Medium size, may have slight discoloration.
Splits / Grade C
Smaller or broken pieces, suitable for grinding.
