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Jaggery

Sweet, with a caramel, slightly smoky depth. Solid block or powder that melts into warm liquid. Also called Gur, Vellam, Bella.

Preparing it

Grate or crumble it, then stir into a warm, not boiling, drink.

Goes with

Ragi, Ginger, Turmeric, Cardamom

Season

The fresh crop arrives in winter.

Storage

Airtight, in a cool, dry place. It softens in humid weather.

Nutrition

Jaggery is still a sugar, so use a little. Demo note.

Tradition

Jaggery is a familiar sweetener in winter drinks across India.

Blends with jaggery

• Ginger, Lemon & Jaggery Drink Blend
• Rasam Base

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By the BhumiSutra kitchen team. Updated 28 October 2026. All products and figures on this prototype site are demonstration data.