Product Information
Tropical Fruits
Roots, Herbs, and Vegetables
Nutraceuticals
Tropical Fruits
Onolani (The Best) Hawai'ian Papaya
The ideal growing conditions of rich volcanic soils, sun-filled days, cool nights, and
moderate rainfall make Hawai'ian papaya the most sought after in the world and unsurpassed in
flavor. Our Onolani Hawai'ian papaya is unrivaled for freshness and
is packed at the newest facility of its kind in the State of Hawai'i .
Rambutan and Longan are two of the most exotic fruit in the world. These exotic fruit are
produced in abundance in Hawai'i's volcanic, fertile soils.
Longan
Hawai'ian Longan, also known as Dragon Eye, has golden-brown skin and an exceptionally sweet juicy flavor.
Excellent for use in desserts or eaten on its own, longan is easy to peel and maintains
its freshness and taste over time even though the skin may darken.
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 The Rambutan
Rambutan(hairy lychee fruit)
is arguably the world's most unique-looking commercial fruit. Its deliciously juicy, sweet-sour
white flesh is reminiscent of the lychee.
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Roots, Herbs, and Vegetables
Hawai'i Ginger
This most unique root rhizome has long been recognized for its many health benefits.
In addition to its traditionally great popularity in most Asian cuisines, ginger root is now
making major inroads into the culinary arts of most cultures, enhancing flavor, and developing more
discriminating palates. Our ginger is grown under perfect conditions on the Hamakua coast and is
unsurpassed anywhere for its quality and flavor.
Purple Heart Sweet Potato(TM)
Our sweet
potatoes are grown for us under contract on the fertile tropical soils along the slopes
of the Mauna Kea Volcano on the Big Island of Hawai'i. In addition to its striking color and
exceptional taste, the Purple Heart sweet potato is a true functional
food, rich in vitamins and antioxidant qualities. Purple Heart sweet
potato is equally at home in both sweet and savory dishes.
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Maui Sweet Onions
Maui sweet onions grown high up on the fertile slopes of the volcano
Haleakala in Maui, Hawaii are hand harvested then dried and cured by the mild trade winds. Maui
sweet onions are considered by some as the sweetest onions in the world.
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Heart of Palm
This exotic vegetable, wonderful for salads and gourmet cuisines, comes from the sun drenched
coastal heights of Hamakua, on the Big Island of Hawai'i. Overlooking the blue vastness of the
Pacific Ocean , these majestic palm trees produce an exquisite culinary delight. All portions are
delicious raw, lightly cooked, or marinated. Nutritional qualities are a perfect match for the low
calorie, low carbohydrate diet of modern healthy eating.
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Asian Herbs & Vegetables
We are proud to offer a wide range of Asian herbs and vegetables that have formed an integral
part of Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Lao, and Filipino cuisine for thousands of years. These herbs
and vegetables represent an exotic and welcome addition to the discerning palate. Grown on the
rich and loamy soil of East Oahu , these wonderful products are available year round and include:
Baha, Thai Basil, Betal leaf, Curry leaf, Galanga, Malongai, Saluyut, Taro leaf, La lop,
and more. We are also pleased to supply Italian Sweet Basil year round.
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Nutraceuticals
The term "Nutraceutical" is derived from the words "nutritional" and "pharmaceutical"
and refers to functional foods that have a beneficial effect on human health.
Alembic International currently offers three products in its nutraceutical range: Kava,
Tamanu and Noni.
Kava Piper methysticum
Pacific islanders have utilized Kava in ritual and ceremony for over 2000 years. More recently,
the plant has gained recognition for its medicinal uses. Widely recognized as a relaxant and
mild sedative, Kava has been administered for anxiety, nervous tension, sleeplessness, and stress.
It is also now widely used on social occasions, imparting a state of well being and general
relaxation. Other than inducing a mild state of euphoria, kava has no side effects to speak of
and is not addictive in any way. The
Kava plant can be processed in several ways, from extracting its active ingredients (Kava-lactones)
for use in supplements and pharmaceutical products, to encapsulation and formulation in various
drinks, teas, and even confectionary products.
Even though Alembic International specializes in importing raw ingredients (dried lateral root
and rhizome whole or shredded), we also supply micronized kava and kava extracts, as well as
various formulated products. All our kava is organically grown, without fertilizers or any
chemicals whatsoever.
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Tamanu(Calophyllum inophyllum)
Pressed from the nuts of Calophyllum inophyllum, Tamanu oil is much valued for its
exceptional anti-bacterial, antiseptic, analgesic, and anti-fungal action. Tamanu has also been
known to heal wounds and reduce wrinkles and scarring. It has long been prized for its remarkable
properties by South Pacific islanders.
Tamanu oil is highly suitable for cosmetic uses. The oil's unusual absorption, mild aroma, and
richness make it ideal for use in lotions, creams, ointments, and other skin care products.
Due to its healing properties, Tamanu oil is also utilized as an active ingredient in skin
nourishment, rejuvenation, hydration, and cleansing.
Tamanu oil is also available in retail quantities in our
online store page.
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Noni (Morinda citrifolia)
Noni fruit is grown both commercially and organically and can be supplied accordingly.
The southern tip of Hawai'i Island , and its rich, loamy volcanic lava soils, plentiful rainfall,
and clean environment are ideal for the cultivation and production of this wonderful natural
medicinal fruit. Fresh, mineral rich, lava beds contribute to the establishment of the highest
grade and healthiest noni trees.
Used for centuries by Polynesians throughout the Pacific, Noni fruit has gained worldwide
recognition in recent years as a tonic and remedy for imbalances of the immune, respiratory,
and digestive systems.
Alembic International supplies Noni as pure juice, liquid concentrate, and in various dried
forms, from whole fruit pieces to powders.
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