Ankerkraut – spices from Middle-earth for your own kitchen
There is merchandise that hangs on the wall, and merchandise that gets used up. The Ankerkraut blends for the Lord of the Rings licence belong to the second kind: spice mixtures in cork jars, named after motifs from Middle-earth and intended for an entirely ordinary stove. The Hamburg spice manufactory made its name with blends that manage without artificial additives and still have character – the Tolkien series transfers that principle to potatoes, roasts and grilled vegetables. At Elbenwald you will find the jars individually and in a gift set.
What sets Ankerkraut apart?
The seriousness behind the label. With licensed products from the food shelf the temptation is strong to stop at the print; here they are genuinely well-considered mixtures that keep being used in everyday cooking. Added to that is the cork jar that has become Ankerkraut's hallmark: refillable, stackable and good-looking enough to stand out in the open. And the naming is a pleasure because it knows its source – Zwergendämmerung is a spice, but also a small joke for everyone who knows how long dwarves take over breakfast.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ankerkraut products are available at Elbenwald?
The spice blends of the Lord of the Rings series in cork jars – among them Tüften Pott, Mein Schatz, Zwergendämmerung and Baumwächters Bester – plus a gift box with four mixtures.
What are the spice blends suitable for?
For everyday cooking: potato dishes, vegetables, meat, marinades and dips. The blends are regular spice mixtures, not decorative items – they are dosed like any other seasoning.
Is the gift box a good present for Tolkien fans?
It is one of the more obvious ideas for everyone who already owns the books, the films and the rings: four mixtures in one pack, usable straight away and without a shelf space problem.
Range overview
The Ankerkraut category holds the individual cork jars and the gift box with four mixtures. Matching tableware and kitchen accessories can be found under Home & Kitchen, and the mug for afterwards under mugs.
What else goes with it?
The source material is supplied by The Lord of the Rings with everything from jewellery to textiles, while the opening of the journey is told by The Hobbit.