BUY-O FINE SEA SALT (ZAMBALES)

Asin sa buy-o is the Tagalog name for this Botolan artisanal salt, which derives its name from the buy-o or cylindrical, woven nipa leaf pouch used as a container for the salt. The leaves are gathered and tied at the top to secure its contents.

The salt itself is made using a traditional process unique to the Northern coast. Earth soaked in sea water during high tide is placed in a large wooden filter lined with leaves. More saltwater is poured through the filter to produce a concentrated brine. Using a large pan, the brine is cooked down into fine sea salt and wrapped.

Watch this video on FEATR to learn more about the production process of asin sa buy-o.