FAQ

It's carefully chosen, high quality, white garlic that has been expertly aged using nothing but time, heat and humidity. This process transforms the garlic into a sweet, tangy, and umami-rich product with a soft, sticky texture and a dark colour. The aging process not only develops its flavour but also increases its health benefits compared to white garlic.

Once aged, it's totally different to raw garlic, offering up a much more mellow taste, but with layers and depth. A sweet and savoury umami flavour with notes of fig, molasses, balsamic, tamarind, caramel, dates, roasted garlic and much more.

Black garlic’s mellow, sweet, umami-rich flavour makes it a versatile ingredient for everyday cooking and special dishes alike. Here are some ideas:

• Everyday swaps – Replace white garlic in recipes for a softer, deeper taste. Black garlic gives instant slow-cooked flavour without hours on the hob.

• Condiment upgrade – Use The Original Black Garlic Paste instead of ketchup or brown sauce for a healthier, gourmet twist on burgers, sausages, or sandwiches.

• Sauces & mains – Stir into risotto, bolognese, stir-fries, ramen, or gravy to add natural depth and richness.

• Dressings & dips – Blend into hummus, mayo, salad dressings, or yoghurt-based dips for a silky, savoury-sweet finish.

• Marinades & rubs – Mix with olive oil, soy sauce, or spices for chicken, fish, vegetables, or tofu. Perfect for BBQs and roasting.

• Snacking – Enjoy peeled cloves straight from the pot for a naturally sweet, caramel-like treat.

• Cheeseboards & canapés - Spread paste onto crackers with cheese, or serve whole cloves alongside cured meats.

• Baking & sweet dishes – Pair with dark chocolate in brownies, truffles, or desserts for an unexpected depth of flavour.

For more inspiration, visit our Recipes page

Once aged, black garlic can be kept at ambient temperatures for a very long time. You'll generally find our products have around a 12-month shelf life. Store in a cool dark place and consume by the best before date on the pack. The paste should be stored in the fridge once opened, and again, use by the date on jar.

No, unlike regular garlic, black garlic won't scare off vampires, or anyone else!

We are the original producer of black garlic in Europe, with 17 years of experience. After running hundreds of trials to perfect our method, we’re proud to deliver the best-tasting black garlic on the market. Our flavour profile is consistent, deliciously snackable, and provides fantastic depth as a cooking ingredient.

Unlike some copycat products, our black garlic is never bitter or acrid. Every batch is handmade using our original secret method. If your product isn’t called The Original Black Garlic, we can’t guarantee its quality, flavour, or nutritional goodness.

Our black garlic is lovingly produced in Bedfordshire.

You can find it on our online shope, in M&S, Sainsbury's, and any number of delis and specialist food stores, as well as from a number of online retailers. Please see our stockists page.

We only ship within the UK with an estimated delivery within 3–5 working days from date of order.