OUR FERMENTS

Made slowly.
Alive with character.

We make small-batch fermented foods the way they have been made for generations—slowly, simply, and with care.

Sauerkraut being mixed by hand in a traditional wooden barrel

HOW WE FERMENT

We prepare the vegetables.
Time does the rest.

All of our products are wild fermented. We rely on the naturally occurring microorganisms found on fresh vegetables rather than introducing commercial starter cultures.

Vegetables are prepared by hand, salted, and packed carefully. Temperature, seasonality, and the vegetables themselves all play a role. We monitor every batch closely, tasting as it develops and allowing the food to find its own character.

  1. 01
    Prepare by handFresh vegetables are chopped and combined in small batches.
  2. 02
    Salt and packSimple ingredients create the right environment for fermentation.
  3. 03
    Watch and waitEvery batch develops at its own pace, under close attention.

INGREDIENTS MATTER

What goes into the jar is exactly what you would expect.

Whenever possible, we source locally and seasonally, choosing produce we would be happy to serve at our own table.

01

Fresh vegetables

Whole, recognizable produce forms the heart of every batch.

02

Sea salt

The traditional foundation that helps fermentation unfold naturally.

03

Spices & aromatics

Garlic, herbs, roots, and spices bring depth and personality.

NO SHORTCUTS

Real ferments are wonderfully individual.

Wild fermented

No lab-designed starter cultures.

Small-batch

Hands-on attention from start to finish.

No vinegar

Natural fermentation creates the tang.

No preservatives

Simple food, allowed to stay alive.

“No two batches are ever exactly the same—and that is part of their beauty.”

WHAT TO EXPECT

Bold, vibrant,
and still changing.

Because our foods are alive, they continue to evolve. Flavors may deepen, textures may soften, and natural carbonation may occur. This is normal and expected with traditionally fermented foods.

Each batch may taste a little different, reflecting the season and the vegetables used. Refrigeration slows fermentation and helps maintain the flavor and texture you enjoy.

Product Care & Shipping
Cultured Traditions White Russian sauerkraut with a bowl of sauerkraut

FROM OUR KITCHEN TO YOURS

Tradition, care, and a little living magic in every jar.

Whether you are new to fermentation or have loved it for years, we hope our food brings something vibrant and deeply satisfying to your table.

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