The use of turmeric dates back nearly 5000 years to the Vedic culture in India, where it wasused as a culinary spice and in Ayurveda.Turmeric is largely cultivated in South East Asia, where India is the largest producer of Turmeric. Description Ingredients More Info. Turmeric Paste by Turmeric Merchant is made from organic raw turmeric root and packaged fresh to ensure natural oils and compounds from turmeric root remain unaltered. For a greater benefit, we have also added organic black pepper and organic virigin coconut oil. Turmeric paste can be used in cold and hot beverages (Golden Latte) as a herbal tea and in food.. Organic Raw Turmeric Root (72.5%), Water, Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, Organic Lemon Juice, Sea Salt, Organic Black pepper. Suitable for vegetarians & vegans. Use half to one tablespoon of turmeric paste to hot or cold drinks or food