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Best OverallAn organic, reduced sodium shoyu for cooks who want soy sauce flavor with less salt. The sodium figure is not given, and it contains wheat, so it is not for gluten free diets.
A gluten free version of a familiar soy sauce for cooks who avoid wheat. The listing gives no ingredient list, sodium figure or brewing detail.
A plain organic soy sauce at full strength for everyday cooking. It contains wheat and the listing gives no sodium or ingredient detail.
A gluten-free, lower sodium tamari in a large jug for kitchens that cook gluten-free dishes in volume. The half gallon size takes a long time for a small household to finish.
Popular PickA naturally brewed, lower-sodium soy sauce for cooks cutting salt. It contains wheat, and the sodium figure is not listed.
A rich, umami heavy tamari brewed without wheat, sized for restaurants and families who cook with it often. It is full sodium and comes in a jug that takes up pantry space.
A gluten-free tamari in a bulk half gallon for kitchens that season with soy sauce daily. The listing conflicts on whether one bottle or a case of six ships, so confirm the count before ordering.
A light colored Japanese white soy sauce that seasons sashimi, clear soups and pale dishes without darkening them. It is milder, so use it differently than dark soy.
A ready to pour sweet and spicy soy sauce for dumplings, noodles and marinades. It contains wheat and soy, so it is off the table for gluten free or soy free diets.
A traditionally brewed, unpasteurized organic shoyu with a mellow, rounded umami for dipping and finishing. It contains soy and wheat despite the soy-free wording in the title.
Convenient single-serve tamari packets for gluten-free eaters on the go, brewed without wheat and with simple ingredients. Fifty small packets suit lunches and travel more than cooking.
A gluten-free, reduced sodium tamari in a bulk jug for kitchens that use a lot of soy sauce. The large container is more than light users will finish.
A wheat free, organic tamari for gluten-free cooks who want a naturally fermented soy sauce. The bottle is small for heavy use, and sodium is not listed.
A slow fermented Korean soy sauce with deep umami for dipping sashimi and marinating bulgogi. It contains wheat, so it is not for gluten free diets.
A bulk gluten free soy sauce with the same smooth, slightly sweet Hawaiian flavor as Aloha's original. A full gallon is a lot for a small household, and allergen details beyond gluten are not listed.
A Filipino soy sauce blended with calamansi citrus for dipping and marinades. The listing gives no ingredient list or allergen details.
A kombu-steeped tamari from the Momofuku team for cooks who want gluten-free soy sauce with deeper umami. It is a small bottle for finishing and marinades rather than bulk cooking.
A reduced sodium tamari brewed from soy without wheat, suited to gluten free cooking. The listing gives no sodium figure per serving or ingredient list.
An organic, reduced sodium tamari brewed from whole soy with no wheat, in a bulk jug for heavy users. The large container takes space and the exact sodium cut is not in the bullets.
A thick, mildly spicy chili soy sauce for people who want crunch and umami without real burn. Heat seekers and anyone wanting thin, classic soy will find it a different product.
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365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Reduced Sodium ShoyuKikkoman Gluten Free Soy Sauce 10 oz365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Soy Sauce 10 ozSan-J Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauce 64 ozKikkoman Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauce 0.5 GallonDumpling Daughter Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce 8 ozThese 6 soy sauce have the highest ProductDome scores among the established products in this category, meaning ones with a large volume of owner ratings and strong evidence; on a tie, the product with more rating evidence ranks first. The score combines owner satisfaction, rating volume, demand and data quality from public Amazon listings (updated 5 days ago). We do not test products ourselves.
San-J, Kikkoman, 365 by Whole Foods Market, CREATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PURITY IN FOOD, Sempio lead this category among the 12 brands that passed our curation checks.
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Soy sauce varies more than most shoppers expect. Japanese style shoyu is brewed from soybeans and wheat and is the familiar all purpose sauce, tamari is made with little or no wheat and has a richer, rounder taste, and the light and dark soy sauces of many Asian kitchens are used differently in cooking, with dark soy adding colour and sweetness. The first decision is the cuisine you cook most, because recipes written for one style can taste off with another.
Salt level is the next question. Reduced sodium soy sauce has noticeably less salt and suits dipping and everyday seasoning, while regular soy sauce is stronger and often used in marinades and stir fries where it is diluted. Taste before adding salt to any dish that already contains soy sauce.
Wheat and allergens come next. Traditional shoyu contains wheat, so people avoiding gluten usually choose tamari or a soy sauce labelled Gluten free, and should check the label every time, since recipes vary between brands. Some products are labelled Kosher or Vegan, which matters for some households.
Size and container are the next choice. Among the 8 products that list size, most fall between 8 and 83 fl, and 48 fl is typical. A large jug costs less per ounce for families and heavy cooks, while a small bottle, used up sooner, tastes fresher for occasional use. Once opened, soy sauce keeps longer in the fridge, and flavour slowly darkens and changes over time. A small table bottle or dispenser makes it easier to pour a little at a time.
Before buying, check the style, the sodium content, the ingredient list for wheat, the size, and whether the bottle has a pour spout or dispenser cap. Naturally brewed soy sauce lists only soybeans, wheat, salt and water, while some cheaper sauces add colouring and flavourings. For sushi and dipping, a smaller dish and a lighter sauce let the fish taste come through.
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