San Francisco Salt Company Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt — Fine Grain 2 lb | Clean Campfire Smoke, No Additives

San Francisco Salt Company’s Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt (Fine Grain, 2 lb) is a naturally smoked sea salt that adds a clean, campfire-like smoky flavor to food without bitterness.

This fine-grain smoked sea salt is produced by slowly smoking pure sea salt over Northwest red alderwood, creating a balanced smoky character that complements proteins, vegetables, and even desserts. Packaged in an SQF-quality, U.S.-based, organic-compliant facility, the salt contains no MSG, soy, gluten, dairy, or anti-caking agents—making it an ingredient-first choice for chefs and home cooks who want authentic smoked seasoning without additives.

What does Alderwood smoked sea salt taste like and how intense is the smoke?

The smoke profile is clear and wood-forward, leaning toward a gentle campfire note rather than an overpowering char. It was developed to enhance natural flavors with a subtle smokiness that won’t mask delicate ingredients.

• Slow-smoked over Northwest red alderwood for a clean, mild smoke.
• Balanced seasoning suitable for fish, poultry, steak, and vegetables.
• Fine grain allows even distribution and immediate flavor lift.
• No bitterness from over-smoking or chemical flavoring.

How should I use the fine-grain salt in cooking and finishing?

Fine-grain Alderwood smoked sea salt is ideal as a finishing sprinkle or folded into recipes where rapid dissolution and even coverage are needed. Use it during plating or just before serving to preserve its aromatic smoke character.

• Sprinkle over grilled fish or roast chicken just before serving.
• Stir into compound butters, dressings, or finishing oils.
• Season vegetables, soups, and stews for subtle smoke depth.
• Try a pinch on vanilla ice cream for a sweet-and-smoky contrast.

How does this product meet quality and dietary preferences?

San Francisco Salt Company’s Alderwood smoked sea salt is produced in a certified facility that follows SQF-quality practices and complies with organic standards for packaging. It contains no allergens like soy, dairy, or gluten and is free from MSG and anti-caking agents, supporting ingredient transparency and simple labels.

• Non-GMO and free of MSG, soy, gluten, dairy, and anti-caking agents.
• Packaged in a U.S. SQF-quality, organic-compliant facility.
• Fine grain chosen for versatile culinary use and consistent seasoning.
• Minimal processing preserves natural sea salt minerals and smoke aroma.

Can this smoked salt be used in non-savory applications or with grinders?

Yes—though the fine-grain format is optimized for direct sprinkling and blending, it also works for creative sweet pairings and wet recipes. If you prefer a grinder, San Francisco Salt Company offers a coarse-grain smoked salt variant designed for mills.

• Fine grain dissolves well in sauces, brines, and compound preparations.
• Excellent for finishing sweets like caramel, chocolate, or ice cream.
• Choose the coarse grain version when using a hand or tabletop grinder.
• Experiment with rubs, finishing salts, and cocktail rims for smoky notes.

Who is this for: This Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt (Fine Grain, 2 lb) is for home cooks, professional chefs, and food artisans who want a reliably smoked seasoning that enhances rather than overwhelms. It suits people seeking ingredient transparency—those avoiding common allergens or additives—and anyone wanting to add nuanced smoke to grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, sauces, and inventive desserts. Choose this two-pound bag when you need a chef-size supply for frequent use or entertaining.

Ingredients

Smoked Sea Salt.