{"product_id":"dried-sea-buckthorn-whole-berries-lahaul-spiti","title":"Dried Sea Buckthorn Whole Berries","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the high-altitude valleys of \u003cstrong\u003eLahaul-Spiti\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePalden Lamo\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-picks wild sea buckthorn berries from untouched mountain tracts. The terrain is too harsh for most crops, but it's exactly where this bright orange berry thrives. These are the \u003cstrong\u003ewhole berries\u003c\/strong\u003e, dried using traditional methods with nothing added to speed up the process or extend shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike our crushed sea buckthorn, these berries are left whole, just as they came off the thorny mountain shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Whole Dried Sea Buckthorn Berries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole berries\u003c\/strong\u003e – kept intact after drying, not crushed or powdered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich in natural vitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e and antioxidants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild-harvested\u003c\/strong\u003e in Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-picked by Palden Lamo\u003c\/strong\u003e, sourced directly by Himflavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing added\u003c\/strong\u003e – no sugar, artificial flavours or preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine-free\u003c\/strong\u003e – a clean addition to your daily routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSea buckthorn tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightly crush 1 teaspoon of berries and steep in boiling water for 5–7 minutes. Enjoy plain or with Himflavours local honey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfused water:\u003c\/strong\u003e drop a few berries into warm water and let them steep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn your food:\u003c\/strong\u003e sprinkle over muesli, granola or salads for a tangy, citrusy bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between whole and crushed sea buckthorn berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole berries are dried and kept intact, so you can use them in tea, infused water or food. Our crushed sea buckthorn is broken down for quicker brewing as tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do these sea buckthorn berries come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are wild-harvested by Palden Lamo in the high-altitude valleys of Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I make tea from whole sea buckthorn berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Lightly crush the berries and steep them in boiling water for 5–7 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo the berries contain added sugar or preservatives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They are 100% natural dried sea buckthorn berries with nothing added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palden Lamo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% whole dried sea buckthorn berries\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Palden Lamo","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":50587443232854,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/9466\/2486\/files\/dried-sea-buckthorn-whole-berries-lahaul-spiti.png?v=1791482328","url":"https:\/\/himflavours.com\/products\/dried-sea-buckthorn-whole-berries-lahaul-spiti","provider":"Himflavours","version":"1.0","type":"link"}