Cold pressed blood oranges, turmeric, freshly ground cardamom and whole black pepper. This is one of our most popular shrubs, and for good reason.
A truly functional tonic with the soothing anti-inflammatory, herbal action of organic turmeric, alongside the warming digestive and antioxidant activity of fresh, ground, cardamom pods.
The use of turmeric as a remedy goes back thousands of years. It is a main stay of traditional Indian herbal medicine or Ayurveda. It is gentle and well tolerated but incredibly powerful, with a wide range of actions, including digestive support, liver detoxification, anti-inflammatory function and is a promoter of brain tissue health.
To accentuate the bioavailability and effectiveness of turmeric, we use the same method as traditional practitioners, which is to combine it with black pepper.
This shrub tastes aromatic, earthy, sweet and tangy. This is not your average, muddy turmeric latte.
Take daily, diluted in sparkling water as a whole body tonic and satisfying drop.
Benefits
Turmeric
Renowned for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, turmeric’s key compound, curcumin, is notoriously tricky for the body to absorb. We’ve thoughtfully crafted this shrub to its full potential by incorporating two ingredients to increase the bioavailability of the curcumin:
Black pepper.
Piperine found in black pepper has been used traditionally to enhance the absorbability of curcumin. We grind and add high-quality whole black peppercorns to the formula to turn it into anti-inflammatory gold.
Fermentation in raw Apple Cider Vinegar.
One of the other things that has been found to increase the bioavailability of curcumin is fermentation. Our shrubs are naturally fermented using raw Apple Cider Vinegar which contains both lactic acid and acetic acid. These bacteria work together to enhance curcumin’s absorbability. Lactic acid has been found to increase the bioavailability of curcumin, while acetic acid prevents curcumin breakdown in the stomach, allowing for deeper absorption further down the digestive tract.
Cardamom for Digestion and Inflammation
We freshly grind whole cardamom pods to retain their volatile oils and antioxidant potency. Cardamom is not only anti-inflammatory, it’s also a warming digestive aid that beautifully complements turmeric’s properties.
Fresh Blood Orange Juice
Cold-pressed blood orange juice provides a tangy brightness and a rich dose of vitamin C, supporting immunity and antioxidant defence.
How to use
This functional, fermented shrub is a delicious and effective daily tonic. Enjoy as a lunchtime digestive, a post-meal spritz, or your go-to alcohol-free option for gut-loving, anti-inflammatory support.
🍊 Mix 35ml of shrub with 200ml of sparkling water or soda water and ice for a refreshing, aromatic botanical soda.
Garnish with citrus wheel or wedge.
Splash a small amount into your shot of morning fire cider to help sweeten the brew and double the magic.
Also delicious enjoyed during the winter in hot water.
Ingredients
Cold Pressed Blood Oranges and Valencia Oranges, Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Raw Sugar, Turmeric, Whole Cardamom, Whole Black Pepper.
