NOMAD Garlic is dedicated to the art of the hardneck. We seek out heritage hardneck varieties - the ones you won’t find in supermarkets- and grow them on our farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Our mission is simple: to grow and share the world’s finest garlic.
Our varieties
VARIETY: Turban
ORIGIN: Spain
FLAVOR: Robust & earthy
FUN FACT: The preferred variety for Sopa de Ajo, a traditional Basque garlic soup. Check out the Recipe page!
VARIETY: Purple Stripe
ORIGIN: Republic of Georgia
FLAVOR: Rich and sweet
FUN FACT: Won “best baking garlic” taste tests from Rodale Kitchens, Sunset Magazine, Martha Stewart, and other culinary organizations.
VARIETY: Rocambole
ORIGIN: USA
FLAVOR: Strong and nutty
FUN FACT: Very popular with chefs, often touted as having one of the best, most authentic "true garlic" flavors.
VARIETY: Asiatic
ORIGIN: Korea
FLAVOR: Hot and spicy
FUN FACT: One of the fastest-maturing hardneck types, often ready for harvest weeks ahead of other varieties.
VARIETY: Porcelain
ORIGIN: Italy
FLAVOR: Intense & savory
FUN FACT: Exceptionally large cloves that have one of the highest concentrations of allicin, a research-backed compound that supports heart health, immunity, and overall wellness
VARIETY: Creole
ORIGIN: France
FLAVOR: Delicate & refined
FUN FACT: Holds a Label Rouge (Red Label), an official French certification guaranteeing superior quality and taste.