Raw Purple & Gold Sea Moss 4 oz (Chondrus Crispus, Irish Sea Moss)

Raw purple sea moss, the purple and gold variety of Chondrus crispus, better known as Irish sea moss. Each bag holds 4 oz of whole dried sea moss, harvested in Canada.

Why purple

Sea moss comes in a range of colours, from pale gold through red to deep purple, and the colour comes from the pigments the plant produces in response to how much light it gets. Purple fronds generally grow where the light is stronger. It is the same species either way, Chondrus crispus, and this bag is a mix of purple and gold fronds rather than sorted to one shade.

Wildcrafted, and what that means here

Our sea moss grows naturally along marine sea beds and is 100 percent wildcrafted and sustainably harvested, not pool grown on ropes. We source from small harvesters working the cold waters of the northern and southern latitudes where the moss actually grows. It is dried for 3 to 7 days to remove moisture, then packed with no preservatives and no additives.

Across our raw sea moss range we buy from Maine, Canada, Ireland, Northern France and Chile depending on the season. This bag is from Canada.

Where the name comes from

Irish moss got its name during the Irish famine of the 1840s, when people along the coast ate it because there was little else. It has been gathered and eaten by coastal communities for centuries, in Ireland, the Caribbean and elsewhere.

What to do with it

Raw sea moss is the starting point rather than the finished product. Most people soak it and blend it into gel, then stir the gel into smoothies, juice or food. The full method is in the How to Use section on this page, and it is on the back of the bag.

The three colours

We sell raw Chondrus crispus in three: this purple and gold, plus gold and red. Same species, same preparation, different colour. All of them are on the raw sea moss page.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between purple, gold and red sea moss?
Colour, and where it grew. All three are Chondrus crispus. The pigment varies with light exposure and water conditions. We stock all three and let people choose the one they prefer.

Is purple sea moss better than gold?
We do not claim it is. They are the same species prepared the same way. Choose on preference.

How much gel does a 4 oz bag make?
The method on the bag starts with 2 oz of raw moss and 2 cups of spring water, so a 4 oz bag runs two full batches. Full method in our sea moss gel guide.

Is this pool grown?
No. It is wildcrafted, harvested from natural sea beds by small harvesters. Pool grown sea moss is farmed on ropes in shallow tanks and is a different product.

Where is it from?
This bag is from Canada. Across our raw range we source from Maine, Canada, Ireland, Northern France and Chile depending on the season, and the country of origin is printed on every bag.

How should I store it?
Tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F. Dry raw sea moss keeps for a long time. Once you have made gel, that goes in the fridge and keeps several weeks.

HOW TO MAKE SEA MOSS GEL:

• Rinse 2 oz of raw sea moss in spring water twice.
• Soak the rinsed 2 oz of sea moss in spring water for up to 24 hours.
• Remove sea moss from spring water, then rinse again.
• Using scissors, cut the sea moss into small pieces. (This prevents the blender from jamming)
• Add 2 cups of spring water and the soaked sea moss to a blender. Blend together until it reaches a smooth consistency.
• Transfer to a glass jar and refrigerate. The sea moss gel stays good in the refrigerator for several weeks.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Sea moss gel is commonly added to smoothies, juices or foods. Add 1-2 tablespoons to your beverages or foods. For best results, take daily in the morning.

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