Frequently Asked Questions About Elettaria Cart Cardamom
FAQ'S
Where does Elettaria Cart's cardamom come from?
Our cardamom is grown and harvested on our own family estate in the Idukkihills of Kerala — one of the few regions in the world with a GeographicalIndication (GI) tag for cardamom cultivation. We sell directly from farm tocustomer, with no middlemen or bulk traders involved.
What's the difference between 7MM and 8MM cardamom?
The number refers to pod size — 8MM pods are larger, bolder, and slightly morearomatic, making them ideal for biryani, festive cooking, and gifting. 7MM isour everyday-premium grade, perfect for daily tea, curries, and general cookingat a more accessible price point.
Is your cardamom 100% natural?
Yes. Our cardamom is grown without harmful chemical shortcuts, hand-sorted, andsold with no additives, fillers, or artificial colouring — just cardamom,exactly as harvested.
What's the difference between Whole Cardamom Powder andSeed-Only Powder?
Whole Cardamom Powder is ground from the entire pod (shell included), giving abalanced, traditional flavour. Seed-Only Powder is made purely from the seeds,giving a more concentrated, stronger cardamom taste — popular for desserts andspice blends where potency matters.
How should I store cardamom to keep it fresh?
Keep pods, seeds, or powder in an airtight container, away from direct sunlightand moisture. Whole pods retain their aroma the longest; ground powder is moresensitive to air exposure, so smaller resealable batches work best if you don'tuse it daily.
Do you ship pan-India?
Yes, we ship across India.
How fresh is the cardamom when I receive it?
Since we sell directly from our own estate, there's no long warehousing ormulti-vendor supply chain in between — pods are processed and packed close toharvest, so what you receive is significantly fresher than typical retail-shelfcardamom.
What's the best cardamom product for chai?
Whole 7MM pods or Whole Cardamom Powder both work beautifully for chai — pods give a gentler infused flavour if simmered with the tea, while powder gives a quicker, stronger punch if you're short on time.
Doyou offer combo or gift packs?
Yes — our Elettaria Signature Collection, High Range Collection, and IdukkiHeritage Collection combine pods, powder, and seeds in curated sets, ideal forhome use or gifting.
What is your return or refund policy if I'm notsatisfied?
Please refer to our Refund Policy page for full details.