Ginger, the Root
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is an aromatic root tuber that has been valued as a spice for centuries - especially for its characteristic pungency and fresh citrus note.
Today, ginger is grown all over the world - mainly in tropical and subtropical regions.
Our Quality: Organic Ginger from Peru
Ben's Ginger only uses organic ginger from Peru. We have been sourcing the fresh ginger directly from a farmers' cooperative for many years, with whom we have a long-term partnership.
Peru offers good conditions for ginger: Cultivation at higher altitudes (around 1000 m above sea level) and mineral-rich soils of volcanic origin. This can result in a particularly intense aroma.
Special Pungency and Aroma
The spiciness and typical ginger aroma are created by natural ingredients such as essential oils, gingerols and shogaols. It is precisely this combination that gives Peruvian ginger its spicy, pungent taste and clear citrus note that many people like.
Ben's Ginger Recipe
Our recipes balance the ginger spiciness with selected additional notes - without ginger pieces or irritating threads. The concentrate is easy to dose and versatile.
Versatile Application
- Use in hot and cold drinks: Tea, lemonades, cocktails and mocktails.
- For cooking and baking: Smoothies, soups, sauces, muesli, etc.
- Can be enjoyed diluted or as a shot
Depending on the desired intensity, add 1-2 teaspoons to the liquid and stir. You determine the amount of concentrate individually and it is best to start with a small amount.
When should you be careful with ginger?
- With Allergy/sensitivity to ginger.
- With sensitive stomach, strong heartburn/reflux or irritated gastrointestinal tract (ginger as a hot spice can also irritate).
- With gallstones or biliary tract diseases: first seek medical advice as a precaution.
- If you anticoagulant medication are taking medication (e.g. blood thinners/platelet inhibitors): consult your doctor/pharmacy before regularly consuming highly concentrated ginger products.
- Before operations or dental proceduresIf concentrates are consumed frequently, ask as a precaution.
- In pregnancy and breastfeeding.Normal amounts as a spice are usual - in case of regular consumption of concentrates, consult a doctor if in doubt.
Note:This product is a food (ginger concentrate) and not a medicine.
Sources (technical information): PharmaWiki - Ginger; AWL.ch - Ginger (Zingiber officinale); EMA/HMPC monograph „Zingiberis rhizoma“.