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Old Ferry Ember (formerly known as Red Brick Dirt) - Bold American brick-like clay - Coming Soon (June 2026)
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Description
Old Ferry Ember is a natural American clay known for its hard, flaky crunch and beautifully layered ember-red appearance. Foraged from the rugged Missouri River Breaks of Montana, this striking clay forms naturally in thin sheets and compact chunks, creating a sensory experience that feels both ancient and distinctly connected to the landscape from which it came.
Formerly known as Red Brick Dirt, Old Ferry Ember offers a lighter and more nuanced flavour profile than its previous name suggests. Rather than intense brick-like earthiness, it delivers mild earthy notes with subtle terracotta undertones, reminiscent of sunbaked canyon walls, weathered clay formations, and warm mineral-rich soil. Its deep red colour evokes glowing campfire embers, inspiring its new name.
The texture is one of its most distinctive features. Dry pieces are lightweight, hard, and satisfyingly crunchy, breaking apart into delicate flakes and layered sheets. When dampened, the clay softens dramatically into a smooth, slushy consistency while retaining its characteristic earthy mineral character.
Naturally formed by the geological conditions of Montana's river breaks, Old Ferry Ember offers a unique sensory experience that balances crunch, texture variation, and subtle earthy flavour.
Key features
Texture: Hard layered crunch with flaky sheets and a smooth slushy transformation when wet
Taste: Mild earthy minerals with subtle terracotta and sunbaked clay notes
Crunch factor: 4 – Hard/Medium
Origin: 🇺🇸 United States, Montana
Best for: Texture explorers, crunchy clay enthusiasts, collectors, ASMR lovers
Clay experience: A naturally layered red clay that delivers crisp flaky crunches, delicate mineral earthiness, and a unique slushy texture when hydrated
ASMR level: Crisp layered crack
Hydration texture: Softens into a smooth earthy slush while maintaining its mineral-rich character
Aroma notes: Petrichor, sunbaked clay, warm earth, canyon dust, terracotta
Product details
Shape: Irregular chunks, flakes, sheets, and natural fragments
Colour: Deep ember red with natural tonal variation
Ingredients: 100% Natural Montana Clay (No preservatives, additives, alcohol, or colourings)
Vendor: Taste Montana
Traditional clay origins: Foraged from the Missouri River Breaks, a region known for its dramatic landscapes, mineral-rich soils, and naturally layered clay formations. The area's distinctive red earth reflects centuries of geological processes that have created uniquely textured clays prized for their colour, crunch, and earthy character.
Test status: Community-Tested
Disclaimer
Earthy Crunch UK products are natural clay and chalk materials sold for sensory, hobbyist, and ASMR use only. They are not food-grade certified or promoted for consumption. All personal use is at your own risk; we make no claims regarding health benefits and accept no liability for any adverse effects arising from handling or ingestion. Products are prepared in a home environment.
Materials + Care
Storage Tips
To keep your clays and treats fresh, crunchy, and full of flavour, always store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from moisture, humidity, and strong odours. Exposure to air or dampness can alter both texture and taste.
We highly recommend using our stash boxes, available on the website — designed specifically to protect and organise your clay collection with ease.
Handling Guidelines
- clean, dry hands
Fragility Disclaimer
All clay treats and terracotta pot products are handmade and naturally fragile, making them susceptible to breakage during delivery.
While we take great care in packing each item securely, minor cracks, chips, or crumbled pieces may occur. This is a natural part of working with handcrafted clays and does not affect taste or enjoyment.
Delivery + Returns
Tracked & Reliable Shipping
We offer fast, fully tracked delivery via Royal Mail to ensure your order arrives safely and on time.
Once your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number via email so you can monitor its journey every step of the way.
Breakage Policy
Our clay treats are naturally delicate and handmade, and despite our best efforts to pack them securely, some breakage is expected in transit.
Broken items are not eligible for refunds, as the flavour and enjoyment remain the same, even if the item arrives in pieces. Each parcel includes a wooden spoon to help you enjoy crumbs or powder just as easily.
Returns & Refunds
Due to the edible and handmade nature of our products, we do not accept returns or offer refunds, unless:
- wrong item, or
- missing items.
In such cases, please email us at info@earthycrunch.co.uk within 48 hours of delivery, along with clear photo evidence of the issue.
DISCLAIMER
Earthy Crunch UK products are crafted from natural clay and chalk materials and are intended for sensory, collection, hobbyist, and ASMR use only. They are not sold as food and are not certified as food-grade under UK regulations.
While natural clays have historical and cultural significance in various parts of the world, Earthy Crunch UK does not promote or endorse the consumption of its products. Any reference to traditional use or occasional home-testing is informal, shared for general interest only, and does not constitute safety testing, certification, or approval for consumption.
Customers should use their own discretion when handling these materials and ensure they are used appropriately. Any interaction or use is undertaken at your own risk. Earthy Crunch UK makes no claims regarding suitability for consumption or health benefits and accepts no liability for any adverse effects arising from use or ingestion.
All products are handled and packaged in a home environment. As natural materials, variations in texture, composition, and origin may occur.