Blue Turmeric
Blue turmeric (officially Curcuma caesia and often called black turmeric) is a rare rhizome native to India and Southeast Asia.
Prized for its deep indigo/bluish-black interior, it is more bitter and earthy than regular yellow turmeric, making it better suited for traditional medicine and wellness tonics rather than everyday culinary cooking.
Key Benefits & Characteristics
High Potency: It contains higher concentrations of curcuminoids and natural antioxidants compared to orange turmeric.
Pain Relief & Inflammation: Traditionally used in Ayurveda to help manage joint discomfort, muscle soreness, and swelling.
Digestive Support: Known to promote gut health, reduce bloating, and stimulate digestive enzymes.
Brain Health: Thought to have neuroprotective properties that may support mood and cognitive function.
Because of its bitter taste, it is rarely used in large quantities for cooking. Instead, you can use it in:
Juice or Shakes: Add a small amount of freshly grated root to smoothies or ginger-style wellness shots.
Tinctures & Teas: Use extracted drops or steep the sliced root for an herbal tea.
Topical Pastes: Crush the fresh root and apply it directly to bruises, sprains, or the forehead to ease localized discomfort.
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Pet Treats Division
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Orders
Get your items picked fresh rather than sitting in a farm stand all day.
Place your order online and choose “pick-up at store.”
We will contact you when your order is ready. If you have a preferred day/time, just let us know and we will confirm when your order is ready.
Orders will be available to pick up at the farm stand - picked fresh!
7/24/25
Fresh elderberries are here!
07/12/25
The rosemary bushes are doing great. Full sun, aromatic! Available fresh!
07/04/25
Lots of green beans (white half runners) and cucumbers. Also some yellow squash.
Tomatoes coming soon!
04/19/25
Strawberries, blueberries and blackberries are in bloom.
Recently acquired honey bees have found them already!
Happening at the farm:
New babies have hatched!
The farm stand and sign at the road are done and the farm kitchen is well underway! 🤞 Soon!
Amber Lake Farm is a no-till, no chemical (no herbicides, no pesticides) farm. We sell mainly through this website. Some products can be shipped but most need to be picked up at the farm stand.
