How the spred Refill System Works
How the spred Refill System Works
The spred refill system is designed to give you bold, stoneground garlic flavour while dramatically reducing plastic waste. Instead of buying a new plastic tub or squeeze tube each time, you keep your reusable dispenser and place new cardboard refill tubes inside it — fast, low-waste and completely mess-free.
Why we created a refillable garlic spread system
Most garlic spreads and garlic butters come in single-use plastic: tubs, squeezy tubes, lids and seals that end up in landfill. Many also contain less than 10% garlic.
spred was created to do things differently:
- Reusable twist-up dispenser that lasts for years
- Plastic-free refill tubes made from cardboard
- Cardboard lids instead of plastic films
- Refills slot inside the dispenser in seconds
- Cold-stoneground garlic for pure, natural flavour
- Plant-based ingredients, no preservatives
- Bio-based dispenser design reduces plastic by ~30% vs normal tubs :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
The cardboard refill system
Each spred refill comes as a chilled cardboard tube with a cardboard lid. There is no plastic tub, no plastic seal, and no disposable nozzle.
To refill, simply:
1. Twist the dispenser fully down
This resets the base so the new tube fits correctly.
2. Open the dispenser
Unscrew the top and remove any empty cardboard tube from previous use.
3. Insert a new cardboard refill tube
Drop it into the dispenser. It fits perfectly with no mess.
4. Remove the cardboard lid
Peel it off to reveal the fresh cold-stoneground garlic spread inside.
5. Twist to push
The spread rises smoothly as you twist the base — ready to cook, spread or marinade instantly.
No scooping. No squeezing. No plastic waste.
Why cardboard refills are better for the planet
- Plastic-free refills reduce landfill waste
- Bio-based dispenser cuts plastic by ~30% vs tubs :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Recyclable cardboard tubes (check local recycling)
- Less manufacturing energy than producing tubs/tubes
- UK-made for lower transport emissions
- No leftover food waste — every refill is portion-perfect
See how spred supports sustainable cooking →
Storage & freshness
- Keep refills chilled between 0°C and 8°C
- Once opened, enjoy within 28 days
- All strengths (20%, 40%, 60%) are suitable for freezing
- Do not refreeze once thawed
Compatible with all strengths
Each cardboard refill tube fits perfectly inside your dispenser, no matter which strength you choose.
Learn about garlic strengths →
Why customers love the refill system
- Plastic-free refills that reduce waste
- No garlic smell on hands or chopping boards
- Always fresh — stored chilled, ready to use
- Cleaner and quicker than tubs and jars
- Better long-term value than buying single-use packaging
- Portion-perfect — use exactly what you need