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Salabat and instant ginger tea
The Filipino ginger tea, sold as fresh-brewed salabat or as instant granules or powder with sugar. A favorite pasalubong and an everyday drink.
How it’s made
- Extract the juice of fresh ginger.
- For instant salabat, cook the juice with sugar, stirring until it crystallizes into granules.
- Sift, cool and pack in sealed jars or sachets.
Who buys it
Households, sari-sari stores, pasalubong shops, offices and Filipino stores abroad.
Rules to know
FDA License to Operate and product registration. Don’t make medical claims. Requirements change, so confirm with the agency before you start selling.
Where it’s made in the Philippines
Made by co-ops and small makers across the country.
How to start small
Many groups start with instant salabat: a big pan, steady stirring and good packaging.
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