June 13, 2025

Flavors of Sea Moss: How To Turn Ocean Nutrition into Super-Fuel

Sea moss (often called Irish moss) has been a nutrient staple in the Caribbean and coastal Europe for centuries, but the briny, “oceany” taste can be a hurdle for modern palates. Herbal Vineyards solves that problem by infusing its wild-crafted gold sea moss gel and purple sea moss gels with real fruit: Strawberry, Mango, and Pineapple.

1. Sea Moss 101—A Multimineral Marine Marvel

Red seaweeds in the Chondrus and Gracilaria families concentrate 92 of the 102 minerals the human body uses, including iodine, magnesium, potassium, iron and zinc. They can deliver 10–100× more minerals than land vegetables thanks to their remarkable bio-accumulation capacity.

Nutrient	Amount (per 2 Tbsp sea moss gel)
Calories	4.9
Protein	0.2 g
Fat	0 g
Carbohydrates	1.2 g
Sugars	0.1 g
Calcium	7.2 mg
Magnesium	14.4 mg
Phosphorous	15.7 mg
Potassium	6.3 mg
Iron	0.9 mg
Zinc	0.2 mg
Copper	0.02 mg
Manganese	0.04 mg

Values averaged from multiple lab analyses; actual content varies by harvest, growing region, and moisture.

2. Why Flavor Matters?

Plain sea moss is mildly salty with a sea-vegetable aroma. By blending it with real fruit purées, Herbal Vineyards:

Masks the ocean taste—making daily servings easy
Adds complementary phytonutrients (vitamin C, carotenoids, enzymes)
Provides natural sweetness without refined sugar

Each jar remains non-GMO, vegan, and free of artificial flavorings or preservatives.

3. Meet the Fruit-Infused Trio

Flavor	What it Tastes Like	Star Nutrients Added	Science-Backed Perks
Strawberry 🍓	Lightly sweet & berry-fresh	108 mg vitamin C per cup, anthocyanins	strawberry sea moss gel contains Vitamin C that supports collagen and immunity; anthocyanins act as antioxidants.
Mango 🥭	Tropical, creamy, hint of citrus	β-carotene (pro-vitamin A), vitamin C	mango sea moss gel has β-carotene converted to vitamin A for skin & eye health; vitamin C aids iron absorption.
Pineapple 🍍	Tangy-sweet, refreshing	Bromelain enzymes, manganese, vitamin C	Pineapple sea moss gel is rich in bromelain enzymes, manganese, and vitamin C. The bromelain in pineapple may assist with protein digestion and help reduce post-workout inflammation, making this nutrient-packed gel a great addition to your recovery routine.

Pro tip: Because the purées are cold-blended into the gel, you get fruit flavor plus live enzymes—not just sugary syrup.

4. Gold vs Purple Sea Moss—Does the Color Change the Benefits?

Attribute	Gold Sea Moss	Purple Sea Moss
Color origin	Sun-bleached & naturally dried	Protected-shade drying preserves anthocyanin pigments
Flavor & aroma	Mild, easiest to hide in smoothies	Earthier, slightly “ocean-tea” note
Antioxidant edge	High mineral profile	Extra anthocyanins linked to heart & brain health
Nutrient gap	< 5 % difference in core minerals; color mostly affects antioxidant spectrum

Bottom line: Pick gold for neutrality, purple for a natural antioxidant boost—then choose your fruit flavor on top.

5. How Herbal Vineyards Crafts Its Flavored Gels

Wild-Harvest— Diver-picked sea moss from unpolluted Caribbean waters.
Thorough Cleanse— Rinsed of salt and debris, then soaked to reduce excess iodine.
Low-Temp Blend— Sea moss is cold-blended with spring water to create a silky gel that keeps enzymes alive.
Fruit Infusion— Real strawberry, mango, or pineapple purée is folded in—no added sugar, gums, or citric acid.
Quick-Chill Pack— Jars are shipped cold to lock in freshness.

6. Tasty Ways to Use Each Flavor

Meal Moment	Strawberry Gel	Mango Gel	Pineapple Gel
Morning smoothie	1 Tbsp with oat milk + banana + cacao nibs	1 Tbsp with coconut water + spinach + lime	1 Tbsp with Greek yogurt + kiwi
Pre-workout shot	Blend 2 Tbsp gel + ¼ cup coconut water	2 Tbsp gel + pinch of cayenne	2 Tbsp gel + fresh mint
Guilt-free dessert	Swirl into chia pudding	Freeze into popsicles	Stir into sparkling water for a “tropical soda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Does adding fruit lower the mineral content?

The mineral payload (iodine, magnesium, etc.) remains virtually unchanged; the fruit simply layers extra vitamins and antioxidants. Flavoring is < 10 % of the jar by weight, so you still get the same ~92 minerals.