Tremendously tasty and terribly good for you, bone broth is causing quite a stir with its rich, comforting flavours and glut of incredible nutrients. Want to know more? Of course you do… go ahead, indulge your curiosity…
“What is this wondrous bone broth?” we hear you ask!
Laden with nourishing vitamins, minerals, protein and collagen, bone broth has become a store-cupboard essential among gourmet professionals and health enthusiasts alike. Esteemed for the restorative wellness boost it offers, alongside its sumptuous, meaty flavours, this liquid gold has a plethora of versatile uses.
Made using the time-honoured technique of slow-simmering animal bones, the flavoursome liquid produced is infused with natural goodness and deep, savoury flavours. Harvesting nutrients and taste in this unique way means the end result is an aromatic broth, rich in a multitude of health-boosting agents. Herbs, spices and fresh vegetables are added during the cooking process to summon an even greater gourmet flavor-punch, which can be used as a base for soups, casseroles, sauces and gravies, or simply enjoyed as a rejuvenating drink. Bottoms up!
It’s terribly good for you…
The nutrient content of bone broth (which is gleaned from the bones, bone marrow, cartilage and connective tissue) can differ depending on how it’s made, the ingredients used and the quality of the bones. For this reason, here at Bullshot we only uses pure ingredients; quality bones from wholesome animals that, specially selected whole vegetables and a jolly good splash of organic apple cider vinegar to impart our own unique flavour-shot. We carefully select every element of our delectable broths for their quality, which translates into an intense, velvety taste and diverse range of concentrated nutrients.
Bursting with goodness, rich in protein and offering a wealthy source of collagen, bone broth offers a glut of wellness benefits for the entire body, offering notable support for the following areas:
Skin health - Bone broth is naturally high in collagen, and a daily boost from it can help encourage good skin health, boosting its vitality.
Bones and joints - The amino acids found in bone broth can help support the health of joints and promote strong bones. The combination of hyaluronic acid, glucosamine, chondroitin, calcium and magnesium are also thought to help decrease joint pain with their anti-inflammatory properties.
Relaxation - Useful amino acid glycine found in bone broth is thought to help aid relaxation. Consumed in the evening, this calming tonic offers a nurturing and soothing bedtime drink.
What’s not to love?
Perhaps it’s the great taste, perhaps it’s the nutritional profile or perhaps it’s because it’s such a natural and pure food; either way, bone broth has become a hugely popular product, and as more people continue to discover and love it, demand for this wonder product is soaring.
However, bone broth isn’t a new discovery! Here at Bullshot we know we can’t take all the credit for this marvelous invention; it is in fact a best-loved and must used ingredient that harks back thousands of years. Bone broths have provided a popular source of nutrition since primitive times, when our ancient ancestors would cook up the bones of the animals they hunted, ensuring they used every last part of the animal. Instinctively knowing that the valuable bones offered a nutritious elixir when cooked, they also realised that the deep, meaty taste provided substance and flavour for cooking. Fast forward to today and we now know that everything our cavemen forefathers thought was correct, with science helping to prove the value of the nutrients that can be found in slow-simmered bone broth. However, at Bullshot we’re not shy in taking every last bit of credit for stamping our own unique flavours, ingredients and ‘top secret’ cooking methods (just kidding – we’re really quite transparent) to create the very finest bone broths, fresh from our kitchen to yours!
Broth V Stock – the great debate
It’s an age old debate, and one that our Bullshot broth masters are passionate about, so let’s thrash it out! Simply put, the essential difference between stock and bone broth is in the preparation and cooking time. Stocks and regular broths are simmered for a shorter time, while bone broth is given a much longer cooking period. This extended process allows time for all the nutrients, proteins, collagen and gelatin to be broken down in the bones and infuse fully into the water, filling it with goodness. Favoured by those looking for a true and pure wellness boost, the body-loving properties in bone broth are revered for their ability to promote both inner and outer health.
Often using a more diverse bone selection than stock, the nutrient-rich blend of gelatin and collagen in bone broth imparts a velvety mouth feel and deep, rich flavor, branding it a gourmet-champion among food connoisseurs, who choose it for the flavour punch it adds to soups, sauces and other broth-based dishes.
Want to find out more about ‘the great debate’, the differences between stocks and broths, how to use them and which to choose, delve into our ‘Stock Vs. Broth’ page.
Drink up!
A warm, soothing bone broth drink is just the tonic for an intense wellness boost. As well as being a tantalising treat for the taste buds, its culture of vitamins, minerals, proteins and collagen offers the perfect antidote when your energy levels are running low.
Many health-enthusiasts have found that swapping their usual morning coffee for a vitalising cup of bone broth has a hugely positive impact on their day with its restorative effects. In addition, a cup of bone broth before bed can help gently unwind and nurture the body, setting it up for a great night’s sleep.
Enjoyed hot or cold, bone broth can be flavoured with endless blends of different fresh herbs and spices to suit each different palate and occasion. Warming, sweet spices like cinnamon, star anise and ginger offer a soothing sensation, while fresh lemongrass, basil, parsley, orange zest or lime can add a vibrant zing, giving a refreshing new layer of flavour to your drink.
We love to hear from our fellow broth-lovers, who often tell us about their favourite flavour blends; see what others think about Bullshot here, and why not get super technical and send us an email to tell us about your favourite way to enjoy Bullshot too!
Give it a try… go on… treat your taste buds
Keen to try your first taste of utterly delicious Bullshot and experience its benefits for yourself? You can find Bullshot in selected retailers or you can order from our range right here and enjoy the convenience of having it delivered direct to your door.