Burlap & Barrel sources unique, beautiful spices for professional chefs and home cooks. By partnering directly with smallholder farmers, we get spices that have never been available in the US before and help improve the livelihoods of our partner farmers.
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Supermarket
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Fair Trade
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| Heirloom Spices | Yes | No | No |
| Fair Prices for Farmers | Yes | No | Depends on global commodity price |
| Time in Storage | None. We import spices at harvest | Up to 10 years | At least 1 year |
| Flavor Profile | Intense & fresh | Stale & bland | Inconsistent |
| Knows Farmers Names | Yes | No | Unlikely |
| Customer Service | Fast responses from real people! | No | There might be a 1-800 number? |
