Guérande Fleur de Sel - Origin Salt - Sosa

Guérande Fleur de Sel: the authenticity of hand-harvested salt

Hand-harvested from the salt marshes of Guérande, in Loire-Atlantique on the doorstep of Brittany, this unrefined fleur de sel stands out for its characteristic greyish colour, inherited from the sandy beds it is gathered from. Its intense aroma, with iodine and marine notes, evokes the sea and the seaweed typical of top-quality salts — a well-known flavour enhancer that amplifies the perception of umami and other flavours in a dish.

Applications

• At the table: direct seasoning by diners, to enhance a dish right at the moment of serving.
• Confectionery: a timeless classic in salted caramel, where it adds contrast and depth.
• Chocolate making: increasingly used as a flavour enhancer, its crystallised texture cracks under the tooth before melting pleasantly in the mouth.
• Bakery and desserts: broadens the field of creativity in bakery products, ice creams, teas and garnishes.
• Olive oil pairing: a classic match with quality olive oils, enjoyed simply by dipping a piece of fresh bread — fleur de sel acts here too as a flavour enhancer.

Use

Use at the end of cooking or at plating stage to preserve its crunch and textural contrast — fleur de sel loses its textural interest if incorporated too early into prolonged cooking.

Technical Characteristics

Allergens: Information pending — technical sheet to follow.