Cassia Cinnamon - Sticks - Organic

Cassia cinnamon sticks are rolled pieces of dried bark from the Cinnamomum cassia tree. They slowly release their bold cinnamon flavor and aroma when steeped or simmered.

Cassia has the bold, sweet, warm, and spicy flavor most people associate with classic cinnamon. It has more noticeable heat and a stronger flavor than Ceylon cinnamon.

Cassia sticks are generally thicker, darker, harder, and made from a single curled layer of bark. Ceylon cinnamon has multiple thin, delicate layers and a softer, more subtle flavor. Cassia also naturally contains more coumarin.

No. Cassia cinnamon is naturally caffeine-free. A drink containing cinnamon may still have caffeine if it also includes coffee, black tea, green tea, yerba mate, or another caffeinated ingredient.

Add approximately 1 cinnamon stick to 8–16 ounces of water. Cover and gently simmer for 10–15 minutes, then remove the stick. Extend the simmering time if you prefer a stronger flavor.

Yes. Add a cinnamon stick while the drink is hot and allow it to steep, or simmer the stick with milk or water during preparation. Remove it before drinking.

Cassia cinnamon pairs well with ginger, cloves, cardamom, star anise, orange peel, apple, hibiscus, rooibos, black tea, cacao, turmeric, and many other herbs and spices.

Add a whole cinnamon stick to sauces, syrups, oatmeal, rice, curries, stewed fruit, mulled drinks, and other simmered recipes. Remove the stick before serving.

Yes, but cassia bark is thick and hard. Place the stick inside a sturdy sealed bag or wrap it in a clean towel before carefully breaking it with a kitchen mallet. Protect your hands and work surface from sharp bark pieces.

Cassia sticks are very hard and may damage an ordinary household spice grinder. Purchasing ground cinnamon is usually easier and safer unless you have equipment designed to process hard spices.

Yes. A cinnamon stick may be steeped or simmered more than once, although the flavor will become milder with each use. Refrigerate a previously used stick promptly and reuse it within a short period.

Yes. Combine cinnamon sticks with citrus peel, apples, cloves, cranberries, or evergreen sprigs and gently simmer them in water for a warm seasonal fragrance. Simmer-pot mixtures are for fragrance only and should not be consumed.

Yes. Cinnamon sticks may be used in wreaths, ornaments, botanical bundles, table decorations, and other seasonal crafts. Cinnamon used with glue, fragrance oils, paint, or nonfood materials should not later be used in food or drinks.

The number of sticks will vary because natural cinnamon sticks differ in length, thickness, shape, and weight. This product is measured and sold by weight rather than by piece.

Coumarin is a naturally occurring plant compound found in cassia cinnamon. Consuming large amounts over extended periods may be harmful to the liver, particularly for people who already have liver disease.

Cassia is best enjoyed in moderate culinary amounts. Because it contains more coumarin than Ceylon cinnamon, avoid consuming large or concentrated amounts every day for extended periods unless directed by a qualified healthcare professional.

Cinnamon has been studied for possible effects on blood sugar, but it is not an established treatment for diabetes. Do not use cinnamon as a substitute for prescribed medication, blood-sugar monitoring, or professional medical care.

Cassia cinnamon is commonly used in small culinary amounts. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using larger or concentrated amounts during pregnancy or nursing.

Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using larger or concentrated amounts if you take medication, particularly diabetes medication or blood thinners, or if you are preparing for surgery.

Store cinnamon sticks in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep the package tightly closed to help preserve their flavor and aroma.