Zemo

Ebey’s Zemo

Our carefully grown selection of the renowned Montana Zemo porcelain garlic traces its roots to the village of Zemo Surebi in the Republic of Georgia before finding a new home at the base of Montana’s Mission Mountains. There, this exceptional cold-hardy heirloom earned its reputation for producing large, easy-to-peel cloves, exceptional flavor, and reliable harvests in northern climates. Here, overlooking Admiralty Inlet on Whidbey Island, steady marine air and glacially derived soils allow this remarkable heirloom to express its full character.

In the Kitchen

Slice into a fresh clove of Ebey’s Zemo and you’ll discover a garlic with remarkable balance. Raw, it opens with a vibrant, complex flavor and a lively heat, finishing cleanly while bringing brightness to vinaigrettes, aioli, salsa verde, and fresh pestos without overwhelming other ingredients.

Roasting transforms the experience entirely. The cloves become silky and spreadable, developing flavors that evoke browned butter, toasted hazelnuts, caramelized onions, and natural sweetness. Their generous size and easy-to-peel wrappers make preparation effortless, whether cooking for family or service.

For Chefs

Ebey’s Zemo is a study in balance.

Its bold raw flavor stands confidently in fresh preparations, while slow cooking reveals remarkable sweetness and depth. Whether the goal is precision or comfort, Zemo responds with complexity rather than sheer intensity—bringing richness, nuance, and unmistakable garlic character to every dish.