Raghas Dairy Presents

Full Moon Ghee

Churned under Purnima light, following an ancient Ayurvedic tradition that harnesses the moon’s energy to create ghee of extraordinary potency and flavour.

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The Ancient Wisdom

Why Purnima Ghee Is Special

In Ayurveda, the full moon (Purnima) holds profound significance. It is believed that during Purnima, Soma energy — the lunar essence associated with nourishment, cooling, and healing — reaches its peak. This cosmic rhythm has guided dairy traditions in India for thousands of years.

When ghee is prepared on Purnima, it absorbs the heightened Soma, making it more Sattvic, more nourishing, and more aligned with the body’s natural rhythms.

— Ayurvedic tradition
☾ Soma energy peaks on full moon nights, infusing the ghee with enhanced healing properties according to Ayurvedic texts
☾ Milk yield naturally increases around Purnima, as cows respond to lunar cycles, producing richer, creamier milk
☾ The gravitational pull of the full moon affects water content in milk, resulting in a denser, more flavourful curd for churning
☾ Traditional households across South India have timed their ghee-making to Purnima for generations, passing down this practice as sacred knowledge
Crafted With Intention

The Bilona + Purnima Process

Every jar of Full Moon Ghee follows the traditional Bilona method, timed precisely to the lunar calendar.

01
A2 Milk Collection
Fresh milk from our Tamil Nadu native desi cows in Madurai, collected in the days leading up to Purnima.
02
Curd Setting
Milk is set into curd using traditional culture, timed to mature on the full moon night itself.
03
Bilona Churning
Hand-churned using a wooden bilona (churner) during Purnima, extracting makkhan (butter) the ancient way.
04
Slow-Fire Clarification
The makkhan is simmered on a slow wood fire until golden, yielding pure, aromatic Full Moon Ghee.
Mark Your Calendar

Next Purnima Batch

May 1, 2026 — Vaishakha Purnima

Pre-orders open 7 days before Purnima. Each batch is limited to 50 jars. Dispatched within 3 days of churning.

Limited Batch

Choose Your Jar

Each jar is numbered, dated with the exact Purnima, and sealed with care.

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200ml
Tamil Nadu ₹565
Rest of India ₹625

Perfect for personal use or to try Full Moon Ghee for the first time.

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500ml
Tamil Nadu ₹940
Rest of India ₹1,065

The family jar. Enough for daily use and special rituals.

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Only 50 Jars Per Batch

Full Moon Ghee is made once a month, on Purnima only. Each batch yields approximately 50 jars. When they are gone, the next batch arrives with the next full moon. No mass production. No shortcuts.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Full Moon Ghee different from regular A2 ghee?

Full Moon Ghee is churned exclusively on Purnima (full moon) nights following the Bilona method. The timing aligns with Ayurvedic principles about Soma energy being at its peak, and the milk used tends to be naturally richer around the full moon. The result is a ghee with a deeper aroma, golden colour, and grain that many describe as noticeably different from regular batches.

How is this priced higher than your regular ghee?

The limited batch size (50 jars), the specific timing requirement (once a month), and the labour-intensive hand-churning process during nighttime hours all contribute to higher costs. You are paying for intentional, small-batch craft — not volume production.

Is there a subscription option?

Not yet, but we are working on a Purnima subscription that delivers a fresh jar to your door every full moon. Visit our subscription page for our regular A2 ghee subscriptions in the meantime.

How should I store Full Moon Ghee?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Always use a clean, dry spoon. Properly stored, it stays fresh for 12+ months. No refrigeration needed — pure ghee does not spoil easily.

When will my order ship?

Full Moon Ghee is made fresh on Purnima night and dispatched within 2-3 days after preparation. If you order before a Purnima, your jar will be from that batch. Orders placed after a batch sells out will be fulfilled from the next Purnima.

Do you ship pan-India?

Yes! We ship across India. Tamil Nadu orders enjoy local pricing due to lower logistics costs. All shipments are carefully packed in leak-proof glass jars with protective packaging.

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100% A2 Desi Cow
Kangayam & Gir breeds from Madurai
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Traditional Bilona
Hand-churned, wood-fire simmered
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Purnima Crafted
Made only on full moon nights
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Pan-India Shipping
Leak-proof glass jars, safe delivery