Biodynamic Cloves

The aromatic bud of Syzygium aromaticum, collected before flowering and dried in the sun

A powerful and enveloping aroma, capable of warming dishes and winter memories

The Cloves of Les Jardins de Gaïa

Les Jardins de Gaïa's Biodynamic Cloves are the dried buds of the Syzygium aromaticum plant, harvested before flowering and dried in the sun. A spice with a refreshing yet powerful flavor, they can be used alone or combined with the many other spices with which they pair wonderfully. Their powerful aroma warms stews, meats, gingerbread, and infusions, adding depth and warmth to any dish. Demeter cloves come from the Sahyadri association in the mountains of Kerala in southern India and from the SOFA gardens in Sri Lanka, where partner producers grow both spices and tea. A genuine spice, from Demeter-certified organic and biodynamic farming.
 
 
 

The roots of these Cloves are deep in the spice islands

Cloves boast a fascinating and ancient history, originating from the remote Moluccas Islands in Indonesia, the legendary "Spice Islands." Known and prized since ancient times in China and India, they became one of the most coveted and contested treasures along trade routes, capable of sparking wars and explorations. So precious as to be worth their weight in gold, they have marked the history of world trade for centuries. Their name derives from the distinctive shape of the bud, which resembles a small nail. Historically used not only in cooking but also for flavoring and for their beneficial properties, cloves are a symbol of the meeting of East and West. Les Jardins de Gaïa safeguards their authenticity with a certified biodynamic supply chain.

Choosing Cloves Means Taking Care of Yourself

Cloves have been prized for centuries not only for their aroma, but also for their remarkable properties. They are among the spices with the highest antioxidant capacity, thanks to their high concentration of eugenol, the compound responsible for their intense aroma. This substance is traditionally recognized for its antiseptic, analgesic, and digestive properties: it's no coincidence that cloves are a popular remedy for toothache and oral inflammation. The spice is also traditionally used to aid digestion and for its warming properties, ideal during the cold season. Their biodynamic origin guarantees a pure product, free from synthetic chemical residues and processed with full respect for the plant.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Biodynamic Cloves

• IN STEWS AND BRAISED MEATS — Their powerful aroma is perfect for long cooking. Season one Biodynamic Stew or a braised meat, maybe by sticking a Organic Golden Blonde Onion with a few cloves to flavor the cooking base.
• IN MULLED WINE AND HOT DRINKS —They are the protagonists of winter's spiced drinks. Prepare a classic mulled wine with a Organic Sangiovese IGT, peel of Organic Tarocco Oranges and a cinnamon stick, for a warm and enveloping cuddle.
• IN SPICY SWEETS AND GINGERBREAD — Essential in holiday baking. Add them powdered to gingerbread dough or flavor panpepato, or use them in a spiced herbal tea accompanied by a teaspoon of Chestnut Honey from Viterbo.

The Producer: Les Jardins de Gaïa

Les Jardins de Gaïa has always offered teas, herbal teas, and spices from organic and biodynamic farming. The company works closely with small-scale producer associations, such as the Sahyadri cooperative in Kerala and the SOFA gardens in Sri Lanka, where spices and tea are grown together while respecting biodiversity. A promoter of Demeter-certified biodynamic farming and committed to fair trade, it guarantees a transparent supply chain that respects people and the environment. Certified organic since 1994.
 
 
 

Ingredients

Whole cloves*.
*From organic and biodynamic agriculture. Demeter is the brand for products from certified biodynamic agriculture.
 
 
 

Certifications

Demeter (biodynamic agriculture) · Organic (certified since 1994). Origin: Sahyadri Association (Kerala, South India) and SOFA Gardens (Sri Lanka).
 
 
 

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