I’m launching Gabriel’s Ghee, a small‑batch ghee brand based in Boston. I make ghee the traditional way: slow‑clarified in small batches, using simple ingredients and a consistent, hands‑on process. What started as something I made at home for personal use grew into something friends kept asking for — and now I’m preparing to bring it to local farmers markets.
To legally produce and sell ghee in Massachusetts, I need to complete certifications, secure permits, rent a commercial kitchen, and cover the upfront costs of ingredients and packaging. I’m raising $2,000 to help cover these startup expenses so I can produce my first full run of jars and officially launch Gabriel’s Ghee at Boston‑area markets.
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What Your Support Helps Cover
Ingredients & Production Supplies
• Butter for initial batches: $250–$400
• Cheesecloth, strainers, thermometers, spatulas, storage: $100–$150
• Heat‑safe pots and production tools: $150–$250
Packaging & Branding
• Glass jars and lids (bulk order): $300–$500
• Label printing (front + back labels): $150–$250
• Packaging and transport materials: $50–$100
Commercial Kitchen & Market Costs
• Commercial kitchen rental (first month): $200–$350
• Farmers market vendor fees: $150–$300
• Table setup (table, cloth, signage, display crates): $100–$200
Required Certifications
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification: $25–$50
• Massachusetts Allergen Awareness Certification: $10–$15
Required Permits
• Commercial kitchen production permit / local health department approval: $50–$150
• Farmers market vendor permit (varies by town): $25–$75
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Why This Matters
This funding helps me meet all legal requirements, secure the necessary workspace, and produce the first full run of jars. It also allows me to launch with a clean, consistent brand that reflects the care that goes into every batch.
I’ll share updates throughout the process — from certifications to kitchen prep to the first jars hitting the table — so supporters can follow along as Gabriel’s Ghee moves from small‑batch testing to full farmers‑market launch.
Thank you for helping me take this next step and bring Gabriel’s Ghee to the community.
