Knorr Aromat

All-purpose savoury seasoning shaker · Knorr · Spreads & condiments

must-try

Why it's worth it

Developed in Switzerland in 1952, the yellow shaker is a fixture in Swiss households and is called a cult spice, even yellow gold. Aromat is not sold in Czech chains, and Swiss fans put it on almost everything.

Taste

Salty, savoury umami powder with herb and onion notes; sprinkled on eggs, tomatoes, fries and almost anything

Why this rating

You can’t get this at homenot sold in Czechia — distinctly local

Reviewers rave about it3 sourced review quotes on file

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Easy to findstocked in mainstream chains at everyday prices

Scores 10 of 10 on our published rubric.

Nutrition

Nutri-Score EBad nutritional quality

Nutritional values per 100 g

Energy value692 kJ · 165 kcal

Fats3.5 gincluding saturated fatty acids1.2 g

Carbohydrates16 gincluding sugars7.1 g

Protein13 g

Salt57.9 g

Source: Open Food Facts label data (may lag pack reformulations).

Where & what you'll pay

Coop

Migros

VolgEAN 7611100054713

If you know Czech shelves

No direct CZ analog; closest is Vegeta or Podravka-style seasoning, but Aromat is saltier and more umami

Sources

“The yellow container, adorned with the Knorr logo, is a fixture in Swiss households.”
lenews.ch (news)
“It is variously described as a cult spice or even yellow gold.”
lenews.ch (news)
“Un sel aux herbes qui selon moi se met absolument sur TOUT!”
www.novo-monde.com (blog)

Curated 2026-10-01. Image: Open Food Facts contributors, CC-BY-SA.