J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works

J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works We are seventh generation salt makers with a passion for family heritage and local legacy. Free tours are available from April to November
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The 7th generation of the Dickinson Family has revived their salt making heritage to create an all-natural, artisanal salt organically gathered from a pristine, 400 million year old sea, deep below the Appalachian Mountains. Their small batch, hand-harvested, solar-dried salt is produced using environmentally sustainable techniques on the same farm in Malden, West Virginia where William Dickinson began making salt almost 200 years ago.

We’ll take a never-ending supply, please! 🍪 😋
01/31/2025

We’ll take a never-ending supply, please! 🍪 😋

LEWISBURG! We have a treat for you!

A Taste of Eggcellence brought us some Brown Butter, Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies with Flaky Finishing Salt from JQ Dickinson Salt Works (If you’re not familiar, look them up… they harvest salt from an ancient ocean below the Appalachians!)

Idk if we can claim a cookie this good as healthy, but here’s what’s inside!
*Made w/ gut healthy sourdough
*Made using Non-GMO flour
*Made with Sweet Springs water
*Topped w/ Mineral Rich WV salt harvested from the ancient Iapetus Ocean beneath the Appalachian Mountains.

Sold in a two pack, we have a VERY limited supply! Swing by and grab yours asap!

✨Scenes from our shop ✨Did you know you can shop our products in person?! We love having visitors! When you shop with us...
01/31/2025

✨Scenes from our shop ✨

Did you know you can shop our products in person?! We love having visitors! When you shop with us in person we can answer all your salty questions and you can shop special sales we don't offer online! We are located just about 10 minutes from the West Virginia State Capitol Building and are open M-F 10am to 4pm.

If you can't see us in person, you can support our small business online! https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/






It's that time of the year again! We are now accepting vendor applications for our 7th Annual Salt Fest! ✨If you or anyo...
01/30/2025

It's that time of the year again! We are now accepting vendor applications for our 7th Annual Salt Fest! ✨

If you or anyone you know has a small business, please download this application, fill it out, and send it to [email protected] to be considered!🌟

Salt Fest seems to be getting better and better each year. Last year we had upwards of 1,200 people come out (we were jam packed most of the day!). Salt Fest is not only a vendor festival, but also all-day live music, food and drinks, tours of the farm, and more! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!

We recommend you apply ASAP as spots fill up fast and we will close applications typically about a month out from Salt Fest. Confirm with our events manager before purchasing a spot.

Vendor Application Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VrDoCYrK7JpuOIkX7ThTFFTM94k3hZt_/view?usp=sharing

**P.S. Please be aware scammers LOVE events. We will never ask for payment via Venmo, CashApp, etc. Fake social media accounts can also be created to mimic other accounts. Always VERIFY the account by checking the creation date, follower count, post history, etc. We will only ever contact you from THIS account or email addresses! We cannot assist you should you be scammed, but want to help you avoid it at all costs!**

01/29/2025
Hand-harvested West Virginia salt, it doesn't get much better than that! The only thing getting us through this cold wea...
01/23/2025

Hand-harvested West Virginia salt, it doesn't get much better than that!

The only thing getting us through this cold weather is the thought of sunny days and salty harvests. We sure do miss making salt during the winter! Thankfully our production team works hard during the salt-making season to ensure you can enjoy our salt all year long! 🧂✨

Shop now 👉 https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/collections/our-salt






01/22/2025
01/20/2025

Everyone loves popcorn! This popping corn is an heirloom variety, is organically grown in Summers County, WV and is hull-less. The small white kernels are crispy and tasty. J.Q. Dickinson's popcorn salt is the perfect seasoning. The perfect gift. Packag

We were so excited to attend tomorrow's wedding expo! Unfortunately, it has been canceled due to weather.
01/19/2025

We were so excited to attend tomorrow's wedding expo! Unfortunately, it has been canceled due to weather.

🚨🚨🚨🚨CANCELED: The 2025 Wedding Expo scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 1pm -4pm here in the Charleston Convention Center is canceled due to the current weather conditions, along with decreasing temperatures throughout the night. The weather warnings from the National Weather Service, in effect from 01/18, Sunday 1 am thru 8 am Monday, 01/19 throughout the region have caused concern for safe travel tomorrow.

🌟TOP SELLERS OF 2024!🌟1️⃣ 1lb Finishing Salt - Our plain, medium grain salt sold by the pound so you never run out. This...
01/15/2025

🌟TOP SELLERS OF 2024!🌟

1️⃣ 1lb Finishing Salt - Our plain, medium grain salt sold by the pound so you never run out. This is the perfect way to reuse those old jars or keep your salt cellar filled.
https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/collections/our-salt/products/bulk-salt?variant=31727629795363

2️⃣ 3.5 oz Ramp Salt - A unique flavor! We use ramps that are locally harvested, dried in house, and infused by hand with our medium sized finishing salt. We love this on chicken, veggies, fish, burgers, you name it!
https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/collections/our-salt/products/3-5-oz-jars-of-salt?variant=33030918766627

3️⃣ Six Jar Gift Set - This gift set contains all our finishing salt flavors: Heirloom Finishing, Applewood Smoked, Bourbon Barrel Smoked, Ghost Pepper, Mushroom & Herb, and Ramp. Makes a great gift for yourself or others!
https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/products/salt-sampler-3-5oz-jars?_pos=1&_sid=d062e8112&_ss=r






Ciao amici!We are excited to announce our next Celebrating the Seasons dinner featuring Villa DiTrapano  Olive Oil and a...
01/14/2025

Ciao amici!

We are excited to announce our next Celebrating the Seasons dinner featuring Villa DiTrapano Olive Oil and an excellent menu by Chef Brian Magliochette. We are in for a special treat as Villa DiTrapano's newest harvest has just arrived fresh from Italy just in time for us to enjoy!

✨ The Details✨

Location: 4797 Midland Drive, Charleston WV 25306

When: Thursday, Feb 6th, arrive at 6:00 pm, service begins at 6:30 pm

Live music by Ryan Kennedy

Cash bar with wine, beer, and spirits available.

Tickets are $125 and includes dinner and service.

Limited tickets available!

✨ The Menu✨

APPETIZER: Olive Oil Poached Halibut / Carrot and Parsnip Purée / Crispy Arugula / Lemon and Fennel-infused Olive Oil / JQ Dickinson Heirloom Salt

SOUP: Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Soup / Mini Grilled Cheese / Basil-infused Olive Oil

SALAD: Romaine / Caesar Dressing with Anchovy-infused Olive Oil / Parmigiano Reggiano / House-made Olive Oil Croutons

ENTRÉE: Short Rib Confit / Duchess Potatoes / Roasted Asparagus / J.Q. Dickinson Smoked Salt

DESSERT: Chocolate Olive Oil Cake / Raspberry Compote / Chocolate Ganache / J.Q. Dickinson Bourbon Barrel Smoked Salt

Tickets available now! https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/products/villa-ditrapano-olive-oil-dinner?_pos=1&_sid=aad583a40&_ss=r

As white as snow! ❄️☃️Did you know? Salt’s bright white color comes from its natural crystalline structure. Sodium chlor...
01/13/2025

As white as snow! ❄️☃️

Did you know? Salt’s bright white color comes from its natural crystalline structure. Sodium chloride forms a cubic lattice that scatters light evenly, creating that pure, white appearance we all know salt to have.

Many people mistakenly think commercial salt is bleached, but that’s not true! Commercial salt is heavily processed and purified, often removing naturally occurring trace minerals to ensure a consistent and familiar white look.

Our hand-harvested salt, however, is naturally white, straight from the earth, with no need for harsh processing or additives. 💪💁‍♀️

Visit us as our shop in Malden, WV or shop with us online at https://jqdappalachianmercantile.com/






01/10/2025

We will be closed today, Friday 1/10. We hope to see you back next week!

It’s a snow day, and we hope you’re staying warm and cozy! Our shop has been closed for three days, and we sure do miss ...
01/08/2025

It’s a snow day, and we hope you’re staying warm and cozy! Our shop has been closed for three days, and we sure do miss seeing you.

Reminder that during these harsh times, it is more important than ever to support your local businesses! Whether it’s grabbing a coffee from your favorite café, enjoying a comforting meal at a local restaurant, or browsing our selection of Appalachian goodies and handmade WV salt, every contribution makes a big difference!

You can always shop with us online from the comfort of your home at: jqdappalachianmercantile.com

Thank you for your continued support and stay warm!

- The J.Q. Crew ❄️






We will be closed Wednesday, January 8th due to inclement weather. A reminder that during these times, you can still sup...
01/07/2025

We will be closed Wednesday, January 8th due to inclement weather.

A reminder that during these times, you can still support our small business online at jqdappalachianmercantile.com! ❄️☃️

Stay safe & warm, everyone!

Our shop be closed tomorrow, Tuesday. January 7th due to inclement weather. Stay safe & stay warm! ❄️❄️❄️
01/06/2025

Our shop be closed tomorrow, Tuesday. January 7th due to inclement weather. Stay safe & stay warm! ❄️❄️❄️

Address

4797 Midland Drive
Charleston, WV
25306

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13049257918

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In 1817, our Dickinson ancestors first established a passion for the salt business that lives on in our family to this day. A few things have changed since then -- for example, we've updated our techniques so that our salt is just as high-quality, but with a smaller environmental footprint. However, heritage remains our guide as we handcraft salt that's unlike anything you've tasted. Plus, we're equally as passionate about creating long-lasting relationships with our community. That includes hosting special events like weddings and dinner parties on our historic 60-acre farm. We invite one and all to be a part of our ongoing story. Let's make even more history together! Come out for a tour and browse our shop.