Clove

Kefiviva

Form: Liquid

Botanical Name: Caryophyllus aromaticus L.
Common Name: Clove, Clove tree
Family: Myrtaceae
Used Part: Flower buds

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Kefiviva™

Fermented Clove

Form: Liquid

Botanical Name: Caryophyllus aromaticus L.

Common Name: Clove, Clove tree

Family: Myrtaceae

Used Part: Flower buds

Clove, a highly aromatic spice with a long history of use in traditional medicine, is prized for its powerful antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and digestive-supportive properties. Traditionally used to aid in digestion, reduce inflammation, and fight infections, clove’s bioactive compounds offer strong health benefits. When fermented, clove’s beneficial properties are amplified, improving bioavailability and enhancing its wellness-supporting qualities.

Health Benefits

Antimicrobial properties
Anti-inflammatory effects
Digestive health
Immune support
Antioxidant properties
Pain relief

Technical Data & Applications Overview

Our fermented clove offers a potent blend of traditionally valued properties, enhanced through fermentation to increase bioavailability and absorption. Our liquid fermented clove is versatile and ideal for various health-supportive applications.

Wellness shots and elixirs
Teas and herbals
Adaptogenic drinks
Mocktails and cocktails
Energy drinks and sports drinks
Juices and smoothies
Condiments and sauces

Fermented clove provides a unique combination of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it an excellent addition to a variety of beverages and food products. Its bold, spicy flavor is balanced through fermentation, making it a great ingredient for both traditional and innovative formulations aimed at supporting digestion, immune health, and overall wellness.

Fermentation enhances the presence of clove’s bioactive compounds, offering a wide range of health benefits. Key phytocompounds include:

Phenolic Compounds: Eugenol, Gallic acid, Caffeic acid
Flavonoids: Quercetin, Kaempferol
Other Compounds: Tannins, Ellagic acid, Catechins

These phytocompounds are known for their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, supporting immune health, digestive wellness, and oral health. Soluble in water, they can be effectively extracted for maximum benefit.

Fermentation enhances clove’s nutrient profile, improving the bioavailability of its bioactive compounds and optimizing its health benefits.

Molecules: Eugenol, Flavonoids, Phenolic Compounds, Terpenoids…
Organic Acids: Acetic, Gluconic, Succinic acids
Vitamines
Minerals: Gluconate and acetate forms (Mg, Ca, K)
Amino acids: Tryptophan, Glutamic acid, Proline, Aspartic acid
Others: Polysaccharides, Oligosaccharides, Soluble sugars & alcohol (low concentration), Glycerol
Enzymes: Hydrolase, Lipase, Amylase

Through fermentation, clove’s nutrients are predigested, enhancing its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, making it an excellent addition to functional formulations.

List of ingredients: Water, organic clove flower buds, organic raw cane sugar, ancient symbiosis of yeasts (Schizosaccharomyces pombe, Zygosaccharomyces bailii, Dekkera bruxellensis) and bacteria (Komagataeibacter sp., Gluconoacetobacter sp.)
* Consumed by microorganisms

Lifetime: 2 years

Storage: Keep container tightly close in a cool (between 39 and 68°F), dry and dark place.

Our fermented ingredient is available in two convenient formats to suit various needs: