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. Botanical Name: Cinnamomum verum Alternate Names: True cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon, canela Origin: Galle, Sri Lanka Tasting Notes: Sweet, balanced, citrusy, warming, slightly savory