Fresh wood cold-pressed Gingelly Oil directly from Farmer to you
Traditional Marachekku · 8 Slow Rotations Per Minute · Zero Chemicals
We wood cold press sesame the traditional Marachekku way — 8 slow rotations per minute, zero chemicals. 100% pure and nutritious.
- Wood cold-pressed · below 36°C
- Zero chemicals · zero refining
- Bottled to order · ships within 48 hrs
Why should I buy from you?
Sesame seeds sourced from our farms or nearby farmers.
Traditional Wood Cold Pressed Extraction at room temperature.
Extracted Oil retains most of the nutrients.
Natural Nutty Aroma & Slightly Thicker Texture.
Light on the Stomach and Good for Health.
Zero Chemicals — 100% Pure Gingelly oil.
VANAKKAM
🌾 We are farmers from the Tirupur–Coimbatore–Pollachi region. Every ingredient is either grown on our farm or sourced from farmers we know by name, in the same land we grew up in.
🏪 Most oils today are extracted at high heat and speed. The nutrients are gone before the bottle even reaches your kitchen.
❌ We couldn't accept that.
👵🏻 In our grandmothers' kitchens, oil was pressed using a Marachekku — a traditional wooden pestle — slowly, at room temperature. Nothing lost. Nothing added. Nothing to hide.
✨ We looked at what the industry had become, and decided to go back to what worked. That's why we started Grandma Pure.
🌀 The oil is extracted at room temperature — our wooden pestle (Marachekku / Kachi Ghani) rotates at just 8 rotations per minute. Slow enough to preserve what the seed holds. Slow enough that nothing burns. Slow enough to do it right.
🧪 No chemicals. No shortcuts. Just oil the way it used to be — nutritious, naturally aromatic.
📦 Pressed in small batches. Delivered fresh to you.
3 simple ways to verify purity at home
You don't need a lab. Open the bottle — the oil will tell you.
The aroma is deep and nutty
Pure cold pressed gingelly oil smells naturally of sesame. It should be aromatic without smelling burnt or chemical.
The oil feels fuller
Cold pressed sesame oil keeps its natural lignans and body intact. A fuller pour is a good sign.
Colour varies naturally
Single-origin sesame oil can be a little lighter or darker from batch to batch. A perfectly uniform pale colour usually points to refining.
GrandmaPure vs refined gingelly oil
Farm to Bottle
We source our sesame seeds directly from rain-fed farms in Tamil Nadu. The local black sesame varietal is renowned for its deep, complex aroma and high concentration of sesame lignans. We clean the seeds by hand to remove any stones and dust before pressing. By choosing this single varietal, we avoid the flat, standardized taste of commercial multi-origin oils, giving you the authentic, rich sesame taste that traditional Chettinad and South Indian dishes demand.
What is the difference between til oil and gingelly oil?
They are the same — sesame oil. 'Gingelly' is the South Indian name; 'til ka tel' is the North Indian name.
Can I deep fry in this?
Cold-pressed sesame oil is meant for tempering and shallow frying. For deep frying we recommend our wood-pressed groundnut oil.
Does the colour vary?
Yes. Each pressing is a little darker or lighter depending on the seed lot. That is the honesty of single-origin.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
Yes, in cooking quantities. For abhyanga during pregnancy, please consult your Ayurvedic doctor first.
What is your return policy?
We offer free return and replacement if the product delivered is damaged or the wrong product has been sent. To be eligible, please ensure the product is in its original condition and returned in the original packaging. Once the oil has been opened or used, we are unable to accept a return. Please check the product on delivery before opening.
Can I cancel my order?
Orders cannot be cancelled once placed. Please review your order carefully before confirming. If you have received a damaged or wrong product, our return and replacement policy applies.
Is this oil truly unrefined?
Yes — completely. Pressed in a traditional wooden ghani below 36°C, naturally settled, cloth-filtered, and bottled. No bleaching, no deodorising, no chemical treatment at any stage.
Nutritional Value
Per 100ml: Energy 884 kcal, Total Fat 100g, Saturated Fat 14.2g, Monounsaturated Fat 39.7g, Polyunsaturated Fat 41.7g, Cholesterol 0mg, Trans Fat 0g, Vitamin E ~1.4mg.
Storage Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate. Always close the lid tightly after use to preserve the natural nutty aroma. Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Shelf life: 12 months.