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Good for your gut.

Even greater on your hotdog.

Six jars of Knōsh sauerkraut on a sunny wooden deck in front of a yellow wall, with wild fennel flowers

Wholesome food,
fermented the old way.

Knōsh Earth Food makes naturally cultured sauerkraut and kimchi with a focus on traditional fermentation. Six flavours, packed in glass, made to go on just about everything.

Knōsh Kimchi and Caraway sauerkraut on a tray with sourdough, mustard, cheese and salami

Everything’s better with kraut on top.

A forkful a day, straight from the fridge. On eggs, in bowls, on everything.

Eat it with

Six krauts.
Pick a favourite.

From classic Plain to fiery Kimchi, there’s a jar for every plate.

A forkful does a lot.

See all the benefits
  • Easier to absorb

    Already partly broken down, so your body gets more of the good stuff.

  • Good for your gut

    Packed with probiotics and prebiotics for a happy, balanced gut.

  • Immune support

    A healthy gut goes hand in hand with a healthy immune system.

Find Knōsh near you.

Search by town, suburb or store name.

Meet our sister brand, Manipūra.

Fermented Ayurvedic gut shots in three flavours: Earthy, Cooling and Warming.

Visit Manipūra

Our krauts.

Six naturally cultured sauerkrauts. All crunchy, all tangy, all good.

Why ferment?

Fermentation is one of the oldest ways to keep vegetables. It also makes them taste better and gives them a nutritional boost.

Good bacteria
do the work. We just give them time.

Fermented foods are partly broken down by enzymes from good bacteria. That process changes the food: it turns tangy, keeps for longer and becomes more nutritious.

It also encourages probiotics and prebiotics to develop, which is where a lot of the gut-health interest comes from.

The health benefits of fermentation.

Gut health affects everything in the body. Here’s where fermented food comes in.

  • Easier to absorb

    Fermented foods are already partly broken down, so your body can absorb more of their nutrients and minerals.

  • Probiotics & prebiotics

    Rich in both, fermented foods help nurture a balanced, thriving gut.

  • Smoother digestion

    They can help keep digestion running smoothly, and often help with issues like IBS.

  • Immune support

    A healthy gut goes hand in hand with a healthy immune system.

  • A happier mind

    Your gut even plays a part in positive mental health.

  • The bigger picture

    Research suggests fermented produce may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, obesity and inflammation.

Wondering what a prebiotic is? It’s the part of food that feeds the good bacteria in your gut, helping more probiotics grow.

Benefits can differ depending on the type of fermented food and the microorganisms involved.

Sauerkraut means sour cabbage.

Simple as that. Cabbage, fermented until it’s tangy and crunchy. It goes on almost anything.

What’s in it

  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin B6
  • Vitamin K
  • Potassium
  • Calcium
  • Iron

Meet the krauts

Good to know.

Why does it need to stay in the fridge?

Knōsh is unpasteurised, so the cultures are still active. Cold keeps them happy and keeps the crunch. Always use a clean fork.

Is the fizz normal?

Yes. Fermentation makes a little gas, so you might see bubbles or hear a pop when you open the jar.

How much should I eat?

Start with a forkful alongside a meal and see what you like. It’s a condiment, not a main course.

Where can I buy it?

Knōsh is stocked in delis, health stores and farm stalls. Find a stockist near you.

Eat it with.

Kraut goes on more than you think. Here’s where to start.

Find a stockist.

Search by town, suburb or store, or filter by region.

Region

Delivery in Cape Town? Order online from our stockist Country Pantry.

    Get in touch.

    Questions about our krauts, catering, or want to stock Knōsh? We’d love to hear from you.

    Want to become a stockist?

    Delis, health stores, farm stalls, cafés and grocers: tell us a bit about your business and we’ll be in touch with pricing and next steps.

    We usually reply within a few working days.

    Good food,
    made thoughtfully.

    A hand lifting a jar of Knōsh Caraway sauerkraut from a wooden crate of jars

    Made from the good stuff.

    We’re a Cape Town fermentary making raw, naturally cultured sauerkraut, one jar at a time. Six flavours, from classic Plain to fiery Kimchi, made with real vegetables, whole spices and Himalayan salt, and found in delis, farm stalls, grocers and pharmacies from the Atlantic Seaboard to the Garden Route.

    Knōsh Earth Food offers wholesome, healing food that promotes gut health, with a focus on traditional fermented and cultured foods.

    Gut-boosting sauerkrauts and naturally fermented kimchi that boost your immune system.

    Our preferred packaging is glass, which is not only better for the earth, but also better at maintaining the integrity of our products.

    What we stand for.

    • The traditional way

      Wholesome food with a focus on traditional fermented and cultured foods. Naturally cultured, raw and unpasteurised.

    • Packed in glass

      Our preferred packaging is glass. It’s better for the earth and better at keeping our krauts at their best.

    • Nothing you don’t need

      Vegan friendly, gluten free and refined sugar free. Just vegetables, spices and Himalayan salt.

    Made in Cape Town.

    Every jar is made by Manipūra (Pty) Ltd in Marconi Beam, Cape Town, the same family behind Manipūra’s fermented Ayurvedic gut shots.

    We love recycling. Kindly re-use or return your jar.

    Get in touch