Ceylon cinnamon powder, 50g

Ceylon cinnamon powder, 50 g

This cinnamon powder is a real treat for gourmets! Finely ground, it gives your cookies and gingerbread that certain something. You can also use it to refine your whipped cream and frozen desserts - for an unforgettable taste experience! Immerse yourself in the sweet and soothing aromas of cinnamon! This spice brings back wonderful childhood memories and takes us back to delicious moments like enjoying apple pie with afternoon tea, a hot chocolate, freshly baked cookies and the popular gingerbread and speculoos!
The special thing about cinnamon is its versatility: it goes perfectly with both sweet desserts and savory dishes. Just think of the aromatic Indian curries!
However, please note that cinnamon contains coumarin, which can pose health risks in high quantities. The recommended daily dose for an adult weighing 60 kg should therefore be less than 4.8 mg. Enjoy cinnamon in bulk and let yourself be enchanted by its aromas!

The delicious aromas of Ceylon cinnamon

Cinnamon combines a sweet, lemony and pleasantly warm note and develops strong aromas that leave a harmonious interplay of sweet, gentle and tangy flavors in the mouth and create a warm feeling.

How does Ceylon cinnamon grow?

Ceylon cinnamon has its roots in Sri Lanka and comes from the bark of the cinnamon tree, which belongs to the laurel family - just like the avocado tree and the laurel tree. Cinnamon, known as Cinnamomum zeylanicum, requires careful harvesting and can reach an impressive height of 10 to 15 meters.
The fresh twigs are carefully cut and stripped of their fragrant outer bark, which holds the delicious spice we all cherish in our kitchens: Cinnamon.

As soon as the tree bark is well dried, it turns into delicious cinnamon sticks that can be used directly in the kitchen or ground into fine cinnamon powder. Cinnamon is mainly cultivated on the beautiful island of Sri Lanka, but also in other tropical regions of the world.

What is the difference between Chinese cassia cinnamon and Ceylon cinnamon?

Cassia cinnamon, also known as false cinnamon, belongs to the same family as Ceylon cinnamon, the laurel family. However, there are many notable differences: Cassia cinnamon originally comes from China, while Ceylon cinnamon, also known as Cinnamomum Zeylanicum or Verum, comes from fascinating Sri Lanka.
Aromatically, Ceylon cinnamon delights with its milder, finer, more refined and sweeter note, while cassia cinnamon is stronger and more intense. Cassia cinnamon accounts for almost 90% of the world's cinnamon supply and is an inexpensive option, while Ceylon cinnamon is more expensive and rarer to find due to its superior quality.

The fascinating history of Ceylon cinnamon

Ceylon is the cradle of cinnamon, and even in ancient times there were numerous myths surrounding this precious spice. The Egyptians, who used cinnamon for their embalming rites, were convinced that it grew in a mysterious, distant land under secret ceremonies. To unravel the mystery, Queen Hatshepsut sent an expedition to the legendary land of Punt, known as the "Land of God", which today comprises the territory of modern Ethiopia. In doing so, she laid the foundation for the Spice Route!
In Roman times, there was a veritable boom for luxurious Indian goods such as pepper, cinnamon, ginger, pearls and ivory - everyone wanted to own a piece of these treasures!
During the exciting era of the Renaissance, the Portuguese, English and Dutch fought passionately for the monopoly over these precious spices, which they brought all over the world, revolutionizing global trade. Be inspired by the power and history of Ceylon cinnamon!

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Terre Exotique is a small family business and takes customers on a journey to discover the diversity of spices from around the world. Culinary traditions, botanical experiences and the poetry of nature characterize Terre Exotique's production. The knowledge of the producers and Terre Exotique is shared and passed on, from the carefully selected seeds to the care of the growing plant and the optimal processing method. Terre Exotique's aim is to raise awareness of biodiversity while retaining the originality of the product. Oils, spices, salts and other products have long been available to professional restaurateurs as well as amateur chefs. However, more specialized spices can only be found in upmarket restaurants. Terre Exotique wants to make valuable and exotic spices accessible to all interested parties and bring gastronomic diversity into every kitchen.