Traditional Bali sea salts are famous for the ancient methods
used to produce the crystals. First of all, the production is
only possible during the dry months, as the warmth of the sun
is the initial and final drying process. The sea water is placed
in canal systems (made of tree trunks) for evaporation, which
takes approximately one week. Then the solid salt crystals are
hand carried to a drying platform, housed in a grass hut,
fuelled by coconut husk fire. The sea salt crystals are then
sun-dried again, and the final product is displayed on the
beach for sale.
For the people of Bali, the Sea is considered revered and
sacred water. It is very significant to Balinese ceremonies and
purification rituals. Many believe that the ocean water, under
the full moon, is the most powerfully charged water. The
sacred sea is believed to have the power to both purify and
sanctify.
Due to this traditional process, the texture of the salts will
vary. The Bali salt crystals are a porous and light weight
crystal making them ideal for absorbing essential oils. They
dissolve quickly in water and have a pretty light grey color.
The unique geometric shape of the crystals and the natural
grey color is what makes this a great salt to combine with
dried herbs.
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