Green Cardamom from Sri Lanka

Green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is a tropical plant of the Zingiberaceae family, native to the rainforests of South India. Considered since ancient times as one of the most precious spices in the world, it was used for its medicinal properties, its intense fragrance and its preserving power. Introduced to Sri Lanka over the centuries—probably via Arab and then colonial trade routes—it found, in the island's high-altitude forests, an ideal environment to flourish.

Today, the best varieties grow in the mountainous, misty areas of the island's center (particularly in the Kandy, Matale, and Nuwara Eliya regions). Harvested by hand, pod by pod, then carefully dried to preserve its essential oils, Sri Lankan cardamom is renowned for its freshness, aromatic power, and rarity. It embodies the strength of the forest, the finesse of human gesture, and the natural elegance of a unique terroir.

To flavor hot drinks

Brewed whole in black tea, herbal teas, or coffee, it releases a scent that is camphorated, lemony, and slightly minty. A single pod is enough to transform a simple drink into a sensory ritual.

In desserts and sweets

Cardamom pairs wonderfully with oriental pastries, fruit compotes, creams, rice pudding, or dark chocolate desserts. Its aroma enhances the sweetness while adding a vegetal depth.

In savory cuisine

Used in curries, stews, and marinades, it adds freshness, complexity, and lightness. It's also found in spice blends like garam masala or ras el hanout, where it balances warmer flavors.

In plant-based cuisine

It adds a burst of flavor to roasted vegetables, lentils, soups, or plant-based milk dishes. A lightly crushed pod is enough to transform a simple base into a refined dish.

Culinary examples around the world:

🇮🇳 India - Masala chai: Cardamom is essential to balance the strong spices in this spicy tea.
🇸🇪 Sweden - Kardemummabullar: soft cardamom buns, emblematic of Nordic pastry.
🇲🇦 Morocco - Lamb tagine with prunes: it brings a floral freshness to the base of the sauce.
🇫🇷 France - Cardamom crème brûlée: a refined alternative to vanilla.
🇹🇷 Türkiye - Turkish coffee: often brewed with a touch of cardamom for a woody, intense note.