🫚 Ginger Beets FAQs | Raw, Probiotic Fermented Beets

About Ginger Beets

What are ginger beets?
Ginger beets are naturally fermented beets made with fresh beets, ginger, cabbage, and salt. Through fermentation, they develop a tangy, slightly sweet, and deeply flavorful profile while becoming rich in beneficial bacteria.

What do ginger beets taste like?
Earthy and naturally sweet from the beets, balanced with a bright tang and a gentle warmth from fresh ginger. The addition of cabbage helps round out the ferment, creating a more balanced, vibrant flavor.

Are they spicy?
No—ginger adds warmth, not heat. These are mild and approachable.

🔥 What Makes Ours Different

What makes your ginger beets different?
We ferment them the traditional way—no vinegar, no shortcuts. Just real vegetables, salt, and time. The addition of cabbage supports a strong, balanced ferment while enhancing both flavor and texture.

🌿 How It Feels / Who It’s For

Who are ginger beets for?
For anyone looking to add something bright, nourishing, and easy to their plate. They’re a great entry point into fermented foods and fit seamlessly into everyday meals.

How do they fit into a daily routine?
A spoonful alongside meals, tossed into a salad, or added to a bowl—simple, colorful, and an easy way to bring something alive to your food.

Fermentation + Benefits

Do ginger beets contain probiotics?
Yes—because they’re naturally fermented, they contain live cultures that support gut health and digestion.

Are they raw and unpasteurized?
Yes. We never heat-treat our ferments, so they stay alive and active.

Why not use vinegar?
Vinegar pickling is fast. Fermentation takes time, but creates deeper flavor and beneficial bacteria you won’t get from vinegar-based products.

Ingredients + Diet

What ingredients are in your ginger beets?
We use beets, cabbage, ginger, water, and salt—sourced with a focus on organic and local farms whenever possible.

Are they vegan and gluten-free?
Yes—naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Do you use sugar or additives?
No—just real ingredients and natural fermentation.

Storage + Shelf Life

How should I store them?
Keep refrigerated. This is a living food, and cold storage slows fermentation.

How long do they last?
Several months in the fridge. Flavor will continue to develop over time.

Is it normal to see liquid in the jar?
Yes—that’s natural brine and helps preserve the beets.

How to Eat Them

How do I use ginger beets?
Add them to salads, grain bowls, cheese boards, or serve alongside meats—or enjoy them straight from the jar.

Do I need to cook them?
No—best enjoyed raw to keep the probiotics intact.

What do they pair well with?
Goat cheese, greens, roasted vegetables, grains, and anything that benefits from a bright, tangy contrast.

Shipping + Handling

Do they need to stay cold during shipping?
Not necessarily. The natural acidity from fermentation helps preserve them during normal transit times.

Do temperature changes affect safety?
No—these are stable during short-term temperature changes thanks to salt and fermentation.

Should I refrigerate them when they arrive?
Yes—refrigeration keeps flavor balanced and slows fermentation.

❤️ Why We Make It This Way

Why fermented beets?
Because they’re simple, nourishing, and full of life. Fermentation brings out the best in vegetables—flavor, function, and a connection to how food has always been made.