Wild Sumac Berries (180g) | Hand-Harvested Halhul Mountain Sumac

Bring the authentic, tangy flavour of Palestinian heritage into your kitchen.

True, high-quality Sumac berries are incredibly scarce in the local market. To ensure our community has access to the real ingredient, we have imported these premium sumac berries directly from our beloved hometown of Halhul, where they grow wild and are carefully hand-harvested from the mountains.

Unlike mass-produced, heavily processed ground alternatives, these whole berries preserve their natural essential oils, vibrant deep-red colour, and sharp, fruity, vinegar-like tartness.

The Essential Ingredient for Sumakia

If you are cooking from our Palestinian book, Jibrin (available at izz.ie/jibrin), you know that a perfect, traditional Sumakia relies entirely on the quality of its sumac. We packaged these 180g bags specifically so you can steep and strain them to recreate this iconic dish exactly as it was meant to taste.

Why Choose Izz Cafe Sumac Berries?

• 100% Authentic & Wild: Grown naturally and hand-picked in the mountains of Halhul.

• Pure & Unadulterated: No artificial colouring, citric acid, or cheap fillers. Just pure, sun-dried sumac.

• Vibrant Flavour Profile: Delivers an unmistakable, bright, citrusy punch that elevates your cooking.

• Perfect for Cookbooks: Explicitly sourced to pair with the recipes in our Jibrin cookbook.

• Watch the Journey: See exactly where your spices come from! Watch our short harvest video on YouTube to witness the traditional harvesting process in the mountains.

How to Use Whole Sumac Berries:

Because whole sumac berries contain a hard, natural seed, they are typically steeped or ground rather than sprinkled directly onto dishes:

• The Ultimate Sumakia Broth: Soak, mash, and strain the berries to create the deeply sour, rich foundation for our signature Sumakia recipe.

• Infused Sumac Cordial: Soak the whole berries in cold water overnight, strain, and sweeten to make a refreshing, vibrant pink Levant-style "lemonade."

• Homemade Sumac Molasses: Simmer the berries, strain out the seeds, and reduce the tart liquid with a bit of sugar to create a thick, citrusy syrup perfect for stews.

• Grind Fresh At Home: For the absolute freshest punch of flavour on Musakhan or Fattoush, grind these berries in a home spice grinder or mortar and pestle just before serving to release their full aroma.

Product Details:

• Net Weight: 180 grams

• Ingredients: Wild Sumac Berries

• Best Before: June 2028

• Origin: Halhul, Palestine

• Distributed by: Izz Cafe, 14 Georges Quay, Cork, T12EY24