Ginger is the root of the plant Zingiber officinale, originating from the East and is a key ingredient in Indian, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine. It has a spicy aroma and a sweet warm taste, widely used as a spice in cooking and confectionery.

Its distinctive flavor adds taste to foods, sweets, beverages, cocktails, and smoothies. It pairs particularly well with rice, meat, chicken, in salads, soups, and sauces.