Gourmet Nuts: Sea Salt Review and Giveaway

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Gourmet Nuts: Sea Salt Review and Giveaway

I am a simple girl, and because of this it has never dawned on me that salt comes in flavors and varieties. I have only ever used the salt that you purchase for about a a dollar at the store. As I venture further into cooking, I am learning the value of different flavors and the distinctions between different salts.

I have learned that cooking is the not only the proper allocation of heat but the correct application of spices. The most simple and easiest to use seasoning is salt and pepper, and the many variations of those. The simple table salt that you purchase for a dollar is simple on taste but low on flavor and I believe the key is to pack as much flavor as possible in each used seasoning.

Not to long ago I reviewed Gourmet Nuts nuts and snack products, and I discovered that they not only make nut and snack products but they have a variety of salts available.

Gourmet Nut was generous enough to sent me the Himalayan Pink Salt and the Northwest Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt to sample, each of which are gluten-free. These salts come with a built-in grinder for ease of use and are simple to use.

Himalayan Pink Salt: This is a pure and hand-mined salt that located and found in the Himalayan Mountains. Due to the pristine conditions of the mountains, these are clean salt crystals that are of a “Gourmet Food Grade” which means that this is a higher quality of salt then the typical table salts. The Himalayan Pink Salt is the perfect salt for cooking, seasoning, roasting and grilling. This is going to be the standard salt for use in our home and I can not imagine going back to regular use of table salt.

Northwest Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt: The first thing I noticed was how good this salt smelled – the smoked smell was beyond anything I have ever smelled. This is a Pacific Sea Salt that is slow smoked over real Alderwood. Alderwood is less expensive alternative to cherry wood, therefore making it a desirable wood to burn. This unique flavor of smoking in addition to the salt results in a rich salt that can be used on anything from steak, seafood and anything else you can think of.

Each of these salts serve a unique flavor profile that enhances almost any meal you chose to pair them with. I would recommend if you have never tried a smoked salt, giving this Northwest Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt a try as well as the Himalayan Pink Salt.

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GIVEAWAY: Gourmet Nut is offering a 2 pack salt assortment to my readers! (1) lucky winner will be selected at random to win 1 grinder each of Himalayan Pink Salt and Northwest Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt. I will be randomly choosing 1 person on November 23 (11/23/2015) to receive this smoked salty assortment! Open to residents in the US only. To enter complete the entries below! Winner will be notified by me by email and prize will be fulfilled by Gourmet Nut! Remember you have 48 hours to claim prize, or I will choose another winner. GOOD LUCK!!!

Win 2 gourmet salts from Gourmet Nuts!

45 thoughts on “Gourmet Nuts: Sea Salt Review”

Cynthia C October 23, 2015 at

I like the Sel Gris French salt.

Debra S October 23, 2015 at

I have not yet tried any gourmet salt at all. I do get sea salt, but it’s just plain salt. I would be interested in trying the smoked salt, bet that would become a favorite.

Dana Rodriguez October 23, 2015 at

I use a lot of Garlic Sea Salt we get at The Chef Store. These sound nice!

Mary Beth Elderton October 23, 2015 at

I love the flaky salt–I think the one I have is called Celtic Sea Salt.

Fiona N October 23, 2015 at

I love the Mediterranean Spiced Sea Salt
Thank You for the chance

Carolsue October 24, 2015 at

I have never tried any of the gourmet salts, but my friends rave about the Pink Sea Salt — so I want to try that.

Ruy M. October 24, 2015 at

To my knowledge, I haven’t tried a gourmet sea salt. I’ve always wanted to try Himalayan pink salt.

Cindy Peterson October 24, 2015 at

I do like the pink Himalayan salt for cooking. I do have black truffle salt that is a great way to add subtle truffle flavoring.

Stacy October 24, 2015 at

I have never tried any, I usually just use regular sea salt.

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Jeffrey October 24, 2015 at

I don’t think I’ve every had a gourmet salt but am willing to try!

JIll October 24, 2015 at

I like the Himalayan Pink I love trying new salts & seasonings.

Michelle Coles October 24, 2015 at

I have never tried a gourmet sea salt but it sure sounds like something I want to try!

Anna October 24, 2015 at

Garlic Sea Salt

Kimberly Singh October 24, 2015 at

I have not tried any gourmet salts but I would love to try some. I think I would be the most interested in trying the Pink Himalaya Salt.

Cheryl October 24, 2015 at

My favorite is smoked sea salt.

Char October 25, 2015 at

Wow, this will be great for cooking!

Debbie F October 25, 2015 at

My favorite gourmet salt is the Pink Himalayan salt… who uses plain old salt anymore? 😀
to me it definitely has a different taste…plain table salt tastes really harsh.

Sandy Cain October 25, 2015 at

Pink Himalayan Salt is very special.. Not just for eating, but it has medicinal values, too!

Heather W. October 26, 2015 at

Himalayan pink salt.

DJ October 27, 2015 at

I would love to try the Himalayan Pink Salt.

sandra October 27, 2015 at

I don’t have one but have heard good things about pink salt

wen budro October 29, 2015 at

My favorite gourmet salt is pink Himalayan salt.

Barrie November 3, 2015 at

I like REAL SALT brand garlic sea salt.

Abie November 4, 2015 at

We love pink sea salt on pork – best combo!

Lizzie November 4, 2015 at

I love using himalayan pink salt on just about everything these days. But wow, I would certainly love to try that smoked sea salt, it sounds delicious.