Mama's Secret Potion
Mama's Secret Potion
The Halloween ferment you can't buy.
What it is
In Ukrainian kitchens there's an old ferment called pelyustka: cabbage, beetroot, carrot, radish, garlic, dill and parsley, with salt and mixed peppercorns, left to turn the deep red of garnet. This is our version, made by hand in Sydney in one tiny batch of 50 jars for Halloween 2026.
How it tastes
Crunchy, tangy and gently sweet from the beetroot, with a little garlic warmth. Naturally fermented, with no vinegar.
Three ways to eat it
• On dark rye with cold butter and dill
• Stirred into a bowl of borscht once it's off the heat
• In the middle of a Halloween grazing board
How to get one
It's not for sale. Spend $69 or more before 31 October, and Mama puts a jar in your box, free. Our Family Favourite Bundle is $69.95, so it comes with that.
Questions:
Can I buy it on its own? No. It only comes as a gift with orders of $69 or more.
Do I need to add it to my cart? No. We add it when we pack your order.
What's in it? Cabbage, beetroot, carrot, radish, garlic, dill, parsley, salt, mixed peppercorns.
What if the jars run out before 31 October? We'll update this page the same day. When they're gone, they're gone.