Garlic is graded by bulb diameter
Fresh garlic is sorted by the width of the bulb at its widest point, in millimetres. The grade names (AA, AAA, AAAA, Bom) are shorthand for those ranges. More A's means a bigger bulb, and Bom sits above them all.
| Size | Bulb size |
|---|---|
| AA | 27–32 mm |
| AAA | 33–37 mm |
| AAAA | 38–42 mm |
| Bom | 42 mm+ |
Which grade to order
- AA (27–32 mm): everyday cooking and seasoning, where bulb size matters less than cost.
- AAA (33–37 mm): a medium-to-large, pungent bulb. The common middle of the market.
- AAAA (38–42 mm): large bulbs for retail packs and peeling.
- Bom (42 mm+): the largest, for buyers who peel at volume or sell on appearance.
How to specify an order
Give the millimetre range, not only the grade name, because grade names vary between traders. Then tell us:
- Bulb size range
- Quantity and delivery schedule
- Packaging and pack size
- Delivery location
Questions
Quick answers.
What does AAA garlic mean?
AAA is a bulb-size grade. With us it means 33–37 mm across the bulb.
What is the biggest garlic grade?
Bom, at 42 mm+.
How long does graded garlic keep?
3–6 months, kept cool and dry
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