Life sure can throw its share of health quirks your way, can’t it? Those moments when your tummy decides to play up, or your joints choose to remind you they're there. But what if, amidst the vast array of solutions, there was a natural and tasty health support tucked away in your kitchen cupboard? That’s what Spoonful Botanical gives you. And folks from our community all the way from Dublin to Clonakilty are singing its praises. Find out how this blend of fermented fruit and spices gets its healing potency, and get our community’s top tips for savouring it.
But it’s also packed with ingredients that support gut health, collagen formation and bone and joint vitality.
So what’s actually in Spoonful Botanical?
Invigorating spices
Including turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, cardamom and black pepper. These spices work together to calm inflammation and stimulate the digestive system, helping your body absorb all the nutrients in Spoonful Botanical.
Healing herbs
Including chamomile, fennel, rosemary, juniper, parsley, nutmeg and oregano. These herbs work in harmony, taking on important tasks from supporting immune function to promoting heart health.
A touch of natural sweetness
Antioxidant-packed golden jumbo raisins round out the blend. They not only add a pleasing texture but also complement the spicy and herbal flavour of the other ingredients.
To make Spoonful Botanical, the whole root spices are dehydrated then ground into powder. Once all 13 anti-inflammatory herbs and spices are mixed with the raisins, the blend is left to ferment for 21 days so beneficial bacteria can flourish.
This process not only makes the blend tastier but also super digestible.
A recipe rooted in tradition, perfected in Louth
Louth couple Conor Grimes and Jayne Gavin are the creators of Spoonful Botanical.
Inspired by Indian healing traditions and their travels in Asia, the couple recreated the use of pure herbs and spices to support Conor's ageing grandmother.
The result?
Spoonful Botanical became an essential part of her daily regimen, contributing notably to her bone and cartilage health.
But how do you make it part of your daily regimen?
Our community has some great ideas for you…
Our community’s favourite ways to eat Spoonful Botanical
‘I love having Spoonful Botanical straight from the jar. Its flavour is a bit strong and spicy, but in a pleasant way. While I haven't noticed any specific health benefits, it always feels like a good thing to include in my diet.’ - Sophia from Castletownbere
‘A spoonful straight from the jar is my go-to. The flavour? A delightful burst of exotic delight that's sweet and sour, spicy but not too hot. It's honestly addictive. And the best part? It has really benefited my IBS.’ - Geraldine from West Cork
‘Every morning, before breakfast, I take a teaspoon of Spoonful Botanical. Its spicy taste is like an unsweetened chutney. I previously experienced dermatitis on my hands every winter. Last year after I started taking Spoonful Botanical my hands were clear all winter. I've also noticed an improvement in joint pain. - Karen from Co. Kildare
2. Mixed into porridge
‘I enjoy mixing Spoonful Botanical into my porridge. Its taste reminds me of Xmas! It's been great for my gut health.’ - Vanessa from Mullingar
‘I like adding a big spoonful to a bowl of porridge. Its flavour is like a sunny Christmas pudding. Plus, it's giving me a happier belly!’ - Niamh from Clonakilty
3. On a cracker with cheese
‘My favourite way to have Spoonful Botanical is on a cracker with a slice of cheese. It's spicy and tasty. Since I started including it in my diet, my joints, especially my hands and knuckles, feel looser.’ - Anne from Tralee
4. Paired with dinner
‘I usually have Spoonful Botanical with my dinner. I enjoy its sweet taste.’ - Marnie from Dublin
5. Mixed in a hot drink
‘I find a heaped spoon of Spoonful Botanical mixed into a mug of hot water so soothing to sip on. Instantly chases away the chill. Especially good when you feel the tickle of a sore throat coming on.’ - Hannah, Organico co-owner
6. Alongside a curry
‘As it contains a lot of turmeric, I like to eat Spoonful Botanical alongside a curry or even on top of a dhal soup. It’s really good at enhancing the flavours of whatever you pair it with.’ - Rachel, Organico co-owner
