Faqs about BRU Broth Beverage

What is bone broth? What is BRU Bone Broth Beverage?

Real bone broth is water, bones, apple cider vinegar, vegetables and spices that have been long simmered for over 24 hours to extract the gelatin and collagen from the joints to create a nutrient dense and mineral rich broth.

BRU is meant to symbolize the long process involved to make our bone broths in a ready to go, heat & sip beverage. We simmer only 100% USDA organic pastured chicken and grass-fed/grass finished beef bones to make our broths. We believe that if you are going to cook anything for that long, the ingredients you start with need to be free of pesticides, antibiotics and GMOs. We cold-press certified organic vegetables, roots and spices and add this to our broths to create our flavor rich bone broth beverages. Read more about our founder's story.

Why is bone broth so popular now?

Research shows how linked the health of our gut is to our immune systems, cognitive functioning, and many neurological conditions. From probiotics to fermented foods to bone broth, people are realizing that we have the ability to improve gut health simply by making conscious real food decisions. GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) is a condition which establishes this connection between the functions of the digestive system and the brain.  Bone broth is an essential component of the GAPS diet. Bone broth also fits into the increasingly popular Paleo diet.

How is BRU Bone Broth different than other bone broths out there?

BRU Bone Broth is the first ready to heat & sip bone broth beverage on the market that combines the health benefits of bone broth with the nutrients of fresh-pressed juice in one delicious beverage available in 6 flavors. We combine organic, pasture raised chicken and organic grass-fed beef with fresh-pressed vegetables and roots to create a wide array of flavors that can be sipped daily, without boring your taste-buds!  By cold-pressing and utilizing HPP (High Pressure Processing) we are able to maximize the freshness and nutrition extracted from these ingredients, while retaining the quality and flavor that makes BRU Bone Broth uniquely delicious. 

What is a broth cleanse? Why is a BRU Bone Broth RESET healthier and more appealing than a “juice” cleanse?

BRU Bone Broth RESET is our version of a juicing detox founded on the principles of intermittent fasting, similar to a soup cleanse. Unlike traditional juice cleanses, BRU RESET contains amino acids and protein; necessary ingredients for when you want to detoxify and lose weight. Bone broth is well known for its benefits like digestive, joint, and skin health but can also help aid in the “flu-like” sickness one can feel when restricting caloric intake. When bone broth is combined with the vitamins, minerals, and ancient healing properties of fresh-pressed vegetables, roots, and spices, it becomes a “superfood” elixir designed to detoxify the body while providing essential nutrients to help you feel energized and satisfied. BRU Bone Broths are fat-, gluten-, sugar-, and carb-free, making it a logical choice for meal replacements, healthy beverage choices, low-calorie and high-flavor sauces, soups, and smoothies. Read more about why you need protein in your detox or cleanse.

Aside from drinking out of the bottle, what else can BRU Bone Broth be used for?

There are many ways to drink BRU Bone Broth, and not just from a mug! Many enjoy cooking with flavors like Turmeric Ginger, Hug In A Mug, and Cayenne Zen in their soups, ramen, and broth based recipes, while others love Beet Blush, Hot Greens, and Broffee as a base to their smoothies. For warm weather days, pour Hot Greens, Turmeric Ginger, or Beet Blush over ice, or serve Broffee with a scoop of ice cream or condensed milk for a special “cheat-day” treat.

Where do you source your ingredients from?

We only source organic and non-GMO products, and locally produced whenever possible. In our effort to reduce food waste, at least 50% of our produce is sourced from organic farms that have deemed them “cosmetically imperfect” but are 100% fit for consumption; after all, ugly food needs love too! We are proud to use Bragg’s organic apple cider vinegar, Nutiva coconut oil, Coconut Secret coconut aminos, and Miso Master chickpea miso; all non-GMO Project verified and USDA organic certified, in some of our flavors. In regards to our Broffee beverage, we use fairtrade and organic coffee beans in addition to organic spices and organic cocoa powder.

Why is BRU Bone Broth in plastic bottles? Is it safe to heat in it?

BRU Bone Broth uses a PETE/BPA free plastic bottle. Like glass, PETE is hygienic, strong, resistant to attack by micro-organisms, does not react with foods or beverages, and will not biologically degrade. Currently, the HPP process can only be performed on plastic bottles. It is economical, shatterproof, and recyclable - making it the optimal packaging for our beverage. Although it transports BRU, it should not be heated in the bottle and instead should be heated over the stove-top to just barely a simmer, or in a microwave-safe cup.

What if I do not have a stove to use? Can I simply pour BRU Bone Broth into a microwave-safe cup?

Yes, you can certainly use the microwave to heat BRU Bone Broths.

Does BRU Bone Broth have to be refrigerated? How long does a bottle of BRU Bone Broth last?

Our beverages have a 90 day shelf life. Once opened, we recommend consuming BRU Bone Broths within 1 week for optimal taste.

Can you freeze BRU Bone Broths without affecting quality?

Three flavors in particular freeze well: Hug In A MugCayenne Zen and Broffee. We do not recommend freezing Turmeric GingerBeet Blush, or Hot Greens as it affects the consistency of the fresh-pressed vegetable juices.

Where can I buy BRU Bone Broth?

BRU is available for purchase at select markets in Northern and Southern California, including: Whole Foods Markets, Sprouts, Bristol Farms, Pavillions, and other natural grocery stores. Find a store near you.

What if I want to purchase BRU Bone Broths in bulk? Can you deliver directly to me?

We currently do not offer wholesale pricing but are happy to offer all 6 of our cold-pressed bone broth beverages online at our Brothecary for delivery nationwide. We have 4 different packs to offer, and are sure you can find the right size to fit your family’s needs! If you are a health and wellness professional or media personnel looking to sample our product, please contact us at info@brubroth.com and the respective team member will respond within 48 working hours.

How long does the BRU Bone Broth stay cold with the ice packs during shipment?

BRU Bone Broths are shipped in reusable ice packs that are designed to keep the bone broth bottles cold for 4 days. Please review our shipping policies to learn more information or contact us if you have a concern about your particular order.