K-LAVA SALTKorea's No.1 Bamboo Salt—Purple 9x, Crystal, 2.47 Ounce

excellent handmade products! The purple salt is otherwise known in other countries as black salt or Namak or many other names. Here it appears to be very artisanal and traditional, that is probably a value added in comparison to many of the other black salts.

This is a second brand of bamboo salt I purchased to test out the taste between brands. KLava has a milder taste than the other 9x Purple bamboo salt I purchased on Amazon. The mild flavor may be more tolerable to individuals not familiar with a strong umami taste. And, KLava is sold at a slightly lower price point. I think the lower price might have to do with the packaging. The other brand comes in a glass container. However, I prefer transferring my salts and spices to my own glass spice jars and grinders. Therefore, this brand of bamboo salt (9X Purple) is my number 1 pick as of Sept 2024.

Lots of reviews here complaining about the taste. Yes, it does have a distinct egg-yolk taste to it....... but that's because it is Korean Bamboo salt, that is the taste it is SUPPOSED to have. Giving a product a bad review because something that taste's like its supposed to and you don't like that taste is pretty silly. Its like complaining your beef tastes like beef when you wanted it to taste like chicken.With all of that said, for me, the taste of Korean bamboo salt is a little much for me personally. It is strong enough that replacing "regular" salt with it in the vast majority of recipes is probably a mistake. It still a very interesting thing to try, and makes for a fun talking piece with guests if you understand how this stuff is made and can speak to it.

The product arrived with the safety seal broken and isn’t eligible for a return. I’m left having to decide whether it’s safe to use or not. Very disappointed.

This salt is purple and has a very very savory pleasant taste. It's a bit costly for the amount you get...BUT THE TASTE! I already have it in my cart, larger amount.

I really believe I got what I believed I wanted. It is always scary to try a new supplier. I wasn’t disappointed at all.

A very unique taste and I really like it.Really glad I got it. 😊

Taste and smell of rotten eggs which means a high sulphur content. I gave it away.