About Vintage Jaggery

Commonly known as gud, gur; jaggery is one of the oldest sweeteners used since the ancient Vedic age...

Commonly known as gud, gur; jaggery is one of the oldest sweeteners used since the ancient Vedic age. The oldest book based on Ayurveda - Charaka Samhita also describes jaggery as the ingredient that can produce plenty of blood and muscle. This sweetener comes in abundance during the winter season and this is why we see a lot of jaggery-based dishes in the market. But many people still do not understand what exactly is jaggery and why is it considered a healthier alternative to sugar.

Health Benefits

• Jaggery is the unrefined brown sugar obtained from various plant sources.
• Also known as non-centrifugal sugar because it is not centrifuged to remove the molasses.
• Popularly consumed in several Asian countries and known by different names.
• About 55% of the world's jaggery production takes place in India.
• Rich in minerals and vitamins.
• Acts as a natural immunity booster, particularly beneficial in the winter season.

Variants of Jaggery

The most common type of jaggery is prepared with sugarcane juice. It is light to medium brown in colour and is prepared traditionally by boiling, churning and then filtering the liquid jaggery which then solidifies. Often, it is used in dishes like Chikki, Kheer, Rice, Dosa, Poha etc for its rich taste and colour.

Desi Gud / Powder

Desi Gud / powder is a best seller and loved by all our customers. It is made from pure sugar cane juice and is purified by adding natural plants and NOT using chemicals. The aroma and flavor are most pristine. 0% Sulphur, No chemicals used. You must completely avoid refined sugar and switch to desi gud / jaggery as a sweetener today.