Frequently Asked Questions

About the product

Does black garlic taste like garlic?
Surprisingly little. Think sweet balsamic crossed with soft date, with a faint umami hum underneath. No raw-garlic bite, no garlic breath, no aftertaste.

Is it actually healthier than raw garlic?
The fermentation roughly doubles antioxidant activity and converts allicin into S-allyl cysteine, a more bioavailable compound studied for cardiovascular and immune support. It's a food, not a drug — but the science behind it is meaningful.

Where is it sourced and made?
Every batch comes from a single farm in Jinxiang, Shandong — the region that grows roughly seventy percent of the world's garlic. Aged in a BRC-certified facility, jarred in Brooklyn.

Is it organic / vegan / gluten-free?
Yes to all. Single ingredient: aged black garlic. Vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, nut-free. The capsule shell is plant-based cellulose.

How long does it last?
12 months unopened at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. 30 days refrigerated after opening. The capsules last 24 months unopened.

How to use it

How do I eat one clove a day?
Squeeze the clove from its papery skin straight into your mouth, or onto a piece of toast. It's soft, jammy, sweet. Many people add it to their morning coffee setup.

Can I cook with it?
Yes — but add it at the end of cooking. High heat past ~140°C / 285°F destroys the antioxidant compounds. Spread it on something warm, don't sear it.

What's the difference between the formats?

  • Whole Bulb — for the traditional experience and best storage life.
  • Peeled Cloves — convenience for the daily protocol.
  • Purée — for cooking and spreading.
  • Powder — finishing seasoning, like flaky salt.
  • Capsules — when you want the active compounds without taste.
  • The Trio — gift or starter set.

Orders & shipping

When will my order ship?
Same business day if ordered before 2pm Eastern. Standard US shipping arrives in 2–5 days.

Do you ship internationally?
Limited destinations outside the US. Rates and transit times are calculated at checkout.

Free shipping?
Orders over $40 ship free within the US.

Returns?
30-day return window for unopened items, full refund or replacement for damaged or defective products. Full policy here.

Subscription & gifts

Do you offer subscribe & save?
Coming soon. For now, we'll notify our newsletter list when it launches.

Can I send The Trio as a gift?
Yes — add a gift note at checkout and we'll include it as a handwritten card.

Still have a question?

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