The Process Behind Our Pyramid Salt Flakes

At Murray River Salt, our signature pink flakes are more than just salt, they are a celebration of nature, craftsmanship, and the unique mineral rich resources of our region. One of the most fascinating features of our salt is its beautiful pyramid shaped flakes.

How Our Pyramid Flakes Form

The signature pyramid shape of our flakes is created when our harvest salt is added to the concentrated, mineralised brine. After an extended period of time, pyramid shaped flakes float upside down to the surface of the bath.

This process gives Murray River Salt its light, airy texture and soft crunch, making it easy to crumble between your fingers and perfect for finishing dishes.

Mimicking Nature

In nature, if this process were left to occur without any intervention, it would take much longer and the resulting salt would be denser, harder, and more irregular in shape. Our controlled environment allows us to gently guide the process to produce flakes that are thin, even and remarkably consistent in quality and flavour.

Why the Colour and Shape Matter

That soft pink hue you see in every flake? It comes from the naturally occurring minerals in our brine, including magnesium and calcium. These trace minerals not only give our salt its beautiful appearance, but also contribute to its smooth, mellow flavour.

Less Is More

Because our pyramid flakes are less dense than standard table salt, you actually use less when you cook with it. One teaspoon of Murray River Salt flakes weighs significantly less than a teaspoon of table salt – which means less sodium dioxide on your plate.

Plus, the pyramid shape helps the salt distribute evenly across food, enhancing every bite without overpowering it.

There truly is nothing like Murray River Salt’s pyramid flakes in the world. From the unique mineral profile of our ancient brine to the meticulous craft of flake formation, every batch reflects the care, purity, and natural beauty of our region.

Next time you season a steak, top a chocolate brownie, or finish off a fresh garden salad, take a moment to admire those perfect little pink pyramids and know you’re using something truly special.

Order some Murray River Salt Pink Flakes for your pantry today.