FAQs

What does Droitwich Salt taste like?

Droitwich Salt is sourced from one of the oldest and purest brine springs in the world. These natural crystal clear springs have a much higher salinity than sea water resulting in a distinctive intense flavour enabling chefs to season sparingly.

Does Droitwich Salt have a low carbon footprint?

Yes! Droitwich Salt is sourced from one of the oldest and purest brine springs in the world just 2.6 miles from our Saltworks. The brine is gently crystallised using either natural solar power or heat generated from our biomass boiler. Once crystallised and dried, the salt is harvested by hand.

How can I buy Droitwich Salt?

You can order online, or buy at Churchfields Farmshop or one of our local and national stockists. If you'd like to see Droitwich Salt in your area or are interested in becoming one of our stockists, please get in touch.

I live outside the UK. Can I buy Droitwich Salt?

Yes! Droitwich Salt is now available to order across the globe. Please contact info@droitwichsalt.com to place your order and for a specific shipping quotation.

How do I order wholesale?

Please contact sales@droitwichsalt.com for more information and discounted prices for wholesale orders.

Can I order different sizes of Droitwich Salt?

Yes, we have three grades we offer for wholesale orders: grinding salt (medium), sprinkling salt (fine), or ultrafine. If you have more specific requirements, just get in touch.

How pure is Droitwich Salt?

Droitwich Salt is 100% natural product, sourced from one of the most ancient and pure brine springs in the world. It is gently crystallised using renewable energy and harvested by hand. It is non iodized and has no additives such as anti-caking agents. Our flavoured gourmet salts add natural ingredients to create our award winning seasonings - Charcoal, Coastline and Smoked Droitwich Salts.

Which salts are best for pickling or for fermenting foods?

 A pure salt, free from anti-caking agents and other additives works best. Droitwich Salt is an award winning pure natural brine spring salt with nothing added. Sourced from ancient crystal clear brine springs with a higher salinity than sea water, Droitwich Salt is celebrated for it's naturally intense flavour.

What's the difference between brine salt and sea salt?

Brine salt is from pure underground brine springs where brine water is evaporated to leave pure crystals. Sea salt is made from evaporating sea water. Droitwich Salt is sourced from ancient brine springs (thought to be over 200 million years old and completely free from impurities). The crystal clear brine water contains a higher salinity than sea water and therefore gives a more intense flavour so a little goes a long way.

Is Droitwich Salt suitable for vegans?

Yes - it is a pure natural brine spring salt sourced from crystal clear brine with nothing added.

What is the best type of salt to eat?

The secret is to use salt to enhance the flavour of the food, rather than making food taste salty. Salt should always be used in moderation and the daily guidelines followed.

Award winning Droitwich Salt is sourced from one of the oldest and purest brine springs on the planet, and boasts a much higher salinity than seawater so it delivers maximum saltiness with a distinctive intense flavour. It’s wider grains also salt food more gently. 

Pure Droitwich Salt is very versatile not only as an everyday seasoning salt but also a crystal salt great for curing, pickling and creating fermented foods.  New gourmet flavours have been created by Michelin Star Chef, Brad Carter of Carters of Moseley to complement game & red meat, fish and grilled meat & vegetables so the seasoning opportunities are endless!

I’m interested in the history of brine and salt in Droitwich Spa, can I learn more?

Call us about our latest Salt Tour schedule. Join us to learn about the history of the brine salt, Droitwich Salt Co. closing down, then the founding of Churchfields Saltworks in 2017. We’ll also let you have a look inside the crystallisation polytunnel.

Any other questions?

Please contact info@droitwichsalt.com or use our contact form.