Why Pyramid Flakes?

Why Pyramid Salt Flakes Are the Ultimate Finishing Salt

Not all salts are created equal. How a crystal forms - its structure, density, and surface area - shapes how it interacts with food. Pyramid salt flakes, when used correctly, elevate every dish with precision and elegance.

What Makes a Pyramid Flake Unique

Pyramid flakes are hollow, four-sided salt crystals formed at the surface of concentrated brine under carefully controlled evaporation.

Unlike denser cubic crystals (kosher) or mechanically crushed rock salts, pyramid flakes:

♦ have thin crystal walls

♦ trap tiny pockets of air

♦ are very light relative to their size

The result is a crystal that is delicate, visually stunning, and purpose-built for finishing dishes.

Texture and Taste Experience

Bite into a pyramid flake, and it collapses rather than crunches. The thin walls break into fine fragments that coat your tongue evenly, delivering bold flavour with less salt.
This unique structure ensures the seasoning is clear, balanced, and never sharp—perfect for finishing without overwhelming.

Surface Area: How Pyramid Flakes Release Flavour

Finishing salt should linger on the surface until it meets the tongue. Pyramid flakes excel because their high surface area and low density allow them to:

♦ sit gracefully atop food without sinking

♦ dissolve slowly and evenly

♦ release flavour in stages for a layered taste experience

Ideal for dishes where contrast matters, pyramid flakes enhance:

♦ grilled or roasted meats

♦ fresh vegetables

♦ eggs

♦ bread with butter

♦ chocolate and caramel

Why Shape Matters

A crystal’s shape affects not only texture but how it distributes salt. Pyramid flakes fall irregularly, creating natural variation from bite to bite.

Uniform crystals give uniform salinity; the subtle differences in pyramid flakes add depth and intrigue, transforming a simple sprinkle into a nuanced finishing touch.

The Perfect Finishing Touch

Pyramid flakes are fragile by design and not intended for cooking in water or prolonged heat. If you're looking for a salt for your every day cooking needs try our fine sea salt - smaller crystals that dissolve quicker.

Pyramid flakes at the table, added at the end to highlight—not mask—the flavours of your dish.

A small, deliberate pinch is all you need.