On the Miller Stores product pages, Lakadong Turmeric Powder is listed as single-origin from Meghalaya with 8+% curcumin, while Turmeric Powder is listed as sourced from Gujarat with 3+% curcumin. If you are choosing a spice shop in Vadakkevila, Kollam, read both pages first, then ask at the counter what is currently available.
Last updated 11 October 2026. Written by the Miller Stores team.
Key takeaways
- The two turmeric pages state different origins (Meghalaya and Gujarat) and different curcumin figures (8+% and 3+%).
- Only the Lakadong page lists its ingredient, what is left out, storage advice and screening of random batches.
- The same reading method works for chilli, coriander, sambar powder, coconut oil and ghee.
Where can you read about turmeric before visiting a spice shop in Vadakkevila?
You can read both pages online before you go, whether you are in Vadakkevila or in the Kilikollur, Kadappakada, Kavanad or Thattamala areas of Kollam. The Vadakkevila shop is listed as The Miller - Vadakkevila, Unitide Building, MC IX/1251-1256. For opening hours, check the listing: Miller Stores Vadakkevila on Google Maps. For current availability of any product, ask at the counter.
What do the Lakadong and regular turmeric pages actually say?
They say different things, and the table below uses only wording from the two pages.
| What to look for | Lakadong Turmeric Powder | Turmeric Powder |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya, single origin | Sourced from Gujarat |
| Curcumin content | 8+% | 3+% |
| Colour and aroma | Deep orange-red colour, described as noticeably darker and more pungent than ordinary yellow turmeric | Vibrant hue |
| Ingredient | One ingredient: Lakadong turmeric rhizome | Not listed on the page |
| Left out | No metanil yellow, lead chromate, chalk, starch or rice flour | Not listed on the page |
| Screening | Random batches screened and reports published; meta description says tested for curcumin and lead chromate | Not listed on the page |
| Storage advice | Opaque, airtight, cool and dark; never refrigerate | Not listed on the page |
"Not listed on the page" does not mean the product lacks something. It means the page does not tell you, so that is what to ask.
How do you read a spice product page before buying?
Read it in a fixed order, so that every product gets the same questions.
- Find the exact product name and variety. "Lakadong" and "Turmeric Powder" are separate pages and separate products.
- Look for origin. Write down the region the page names.
- Look for a number. A curcumin percentage, for example, is a figure you can compare across pages.
- Look for the ingredients line. A single-ingredient powder should say so.
- Look for what is left out, such as added colour, starch or fillers.
- Look for evidence behind the claims, such as screening or published reports, and open the report if one is linked. The lab reports page is where published reports are kept.
- Note what the page does not say, and take that list to the counter.
What is Lakadong turmeric, according to its page?
The page describes Lakadong as a variety "prized for its unusually high curcumin content and deep orange-red colour". It names Meghalaya, lists 8+% curcumin and says the powder is milled from whole dried Lakadong rhizome that is cleaned and sorted first.
The page adds that turmeric is milled slowly to avoid heating the powder, because heat would drive off the volatile oils that carry its aroma. Listed uses include curries, dals, golden milk, fish and chicken marinades, and pickling.
For storage it says opaque, airtight, cool and dark, and never refrigerate; it holds well for four to six months, with colour lasting longer than aroma.
What does the regular Turmeric Powder page tell you, and what does it leave out?
It tells you three things: the powder is sourced from Gujarat, it has 3+% curcumin content, and it has a vibrant hue. It names curries and golden milk as uses.
It does not list an ingredients line, a left-out list or storage advice. That is not a flaw in the powder, only a gap in the page, so ask at the counter and compare the answer with the Lakadong page. A longer page is not proof of a better powder.
Does the same checklist work for chilli powder?
Yes. Our guide on how to choose good chilli powder uses the same idea: judge the packet, not the shop. Variety, ingredients and grinding practice are all things a page or a counter can tell you.
The pages show how different the chilli products are. Premium Kashmiri Chili Powder is described as very low in heat and very high in colour, with nothing added to deepen the red; see the Kashmiri chilli powder page. Guntur Chili Powder is described as the hotter, forward-heat chilli of Andhra and Telangana cooking; see the Guntur chilli powder page. Spicy Chili (Karnataka) is described as famed for fiery heat and vibrant red colour; see the Karnataka spicy chilli powder page. They are three different products, so do not swap one for another by name.
Which other pages are worth reading the same way?
Four more pages follow the same pattern. Sambar Powder is described as a Kerala-style, coriander-led blend whose spices are roasted separately. Brown Coriander Powder and Green Premium Coriander Powder are separate listings with different descriptions, so read both. For oil and ghee, see Cold Pressed Coconut Oil and A2 Pure Gir Cow Ghee.
Choosing between chilli powders? Our guide on how to choose good chilli powder explains what to check on the product, not just the shop, before you buy.
Popular products on millerstores.com
These are popular picks to read about, with one line each taken from the product page. Ask at the counter for current availability at the Vadakkevila shop.
| Product | What its page says |
|---|---|
| Premium Kashmiri Chili Powder | Kashmiri-type chilli, very low heat and very high colour, one ingredient |
| Guntur Chili Powder | Sannam-type pods, one ingredient, intended for heat-led Andhra and Telangana cooking |
| Spicy Chili (Karnataka) | Described as famed for fiery heat and vibrant red colour |
| Cold Pressed Coconut Oil | Pressed from sun-dried copra in a wooden chekku; unrefined, one ingredient |
| Lakadong Turmeric Powder | Single-origin, Meghalaya, 8+% curcumin, one ingredient |
| Turmeric Powder | Sourced from Gujarat, 3+% curcumin content |
| Sambar Powder | Kerala-style blend of coriander, chilli, fenugreek, curry leaf and roasted dal |
| Brown Coriander Powder | A light, citrusy note with mild sweetness for curries, gravies and stir-fries |
| Green Premium Coriander Powder | Milled from whole green coriander seed; one ingredient |
| A2 Pure Gir Cow Ghee | Bilona method: curd hand-churned to butter, then simmered; one ingredient, Gir cow milk |
Areas around Vadakkevila
Vadakkevila is a neighbourhood of Kollam city. Other Kollam neighbourhoods include Kilikollur, Kadappakada, Kavanad and Thattamala. If you are in the Kilikollur or Thattamala area, the Vadakkevila listing is the one to open on Maps. Wherever you are in Kollam, read the product page first and confirm availability at the counter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Lakadong turmeric and regular turmeric powder?
On the Miller Stores pages, Lakadong Turmeric Powder is single-origin from Meghalaya with 8+% curcumin, while Turmeric Powder is sourced from Gujarat with 3+% curcumin. The Lakadong page also lists its ingredient, what is left out and storage advice. The regular page lists origin, curcumin and uses.
Is there a spice shop in Vadakkevila, Kollam that sells Lakadong turmeric?
The Miller is listed at Unitide Building, MC IX/1251-1256 in Vadakkevila. We cannot promise stock of any product at a given shop, so ask at the counter for current availability, and check opening hours on the Google Maps listing before you plan a visit.
How do I read a spice product page before buying?
Look in order for the exact product name, origin, a number such as curcumin content, the ingredients line, what is left out, and any screening or published reports. Then note what the page does not say and ask about those points at the counter.
Does a higher curcumin number mean a better turmeric?
Not by itself. It is one figure on the page, useful for comparing listings. Colour, aroma, origin and what the page tells you about ingredients and screening matter too. This guide makes no health claims for either powder.
How should I store turmeric powder?
The Lakadong page advises an opaque, airtight container in a cool, dark place, in a dedicated jar because turmeric stains, and never in the fridge. It says the powder holds well for four to six months, with colour lasting longer than aroma.
What this guide cannot tell you
It repeats what the product pages state. It cannot confirm the contents of a particular packet, and it does not compare the two powders on quality. Check the page and the packet yourself. Opening hours and current stock should be confirmed on the Miller Stores Vadakkevila on Google Maps listing or at the counter.
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Store: The Miller, Vadakkevila
Address: Unitide Building, MC IX/1251-1256, Vadakkevila, Kollam
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