Cinnamon, Sri Lankan Sweet, Ground

We source this beautiful mellow cinnamon directly from small holder farmers in Sri Lanka. Also called ‘true cinnamon’, sweet cinnamon is native to Sri Lanka and prized for its balanced and versatile flavor. Delicate, warming, and slightly citrusy, it is wonderful in applications both sweet and savory. Use this for roasted meat and veggies, or in desserts. This is the cinnamon called for most frequently in Indian and Mexican recipes.

Voted best overall cinnamon by Saveur!

Contains: Ground cinnamon bark.

• Botanical Name: Cinnamomum verum
• Alternate Names: True cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon, canela
• Origin: Galle, Sri Lanka
• Tasting Notes: Sweet, balanced, citrusy, warming, slightly savory
• Pairs Well With: Chocolate, beef, lentils
• Try In: Curries, mole, Mexican hot chocolate
• Learn More: Claire’s Journal Aromatum: Ceylon Cinnamon, Part 1

Make it a Gift: Featured in our Single Origin Cabinet of Wonders set. Or combine with sweet cinnamon blends like Cinnamon Maple Sugar, Kandy Spice, and Moroccan Pickling Spice, Gift Wrap