Is Korintje cinnamon the same as Saigon cinnamon?

Is Korintje cinnamon the same as Saigon cinnamon?

There are over 250 plant species in the cinnamon genus, and three of them are important to The Spice House. You will recognize them by their common names; Ceylon Cinnamon, Indonesian Korintje Cinnamon, and Vietnamese Saigon Cinnamon.

Is Korintje cinnamon the same as Ceylon?

You might also come across Saigon or Korintje cinnamon, both of which are varieties of Cassia cinnamon. Cassia cinnamon sticks are one thick, firm layer of bark, rolled up, whereas Ceylon is several thin, soft layers of bark rolled together.

Where can I find real Ceylon cinnamon?

When it comes to colour, Ceylon Cinnamon is tan brown whereas Cassia Cinnamon takes some reddish dark brown. As far as the texture or the feel is concerned, Ceylon Cinnamon is thin and papery and forms multiple layers when rolled up.

What is the best cinnamon in the world?

• Best Overall: Burlap and Barrel Cinnamon Verum.
• Best Ceylon: Simply Organic Ground Ceylon Cinnamon.
• Best Organic: Frontier Co-op Ground Ceylon Cinnamon.
• Best Basic: McCormick Ground Cinnamon.
• Best Cinnamon Sticks: Frontier Co-op Organic Cinnamon Sticks.
• Best for Beverages: Feel Good Organics Korintje Cinnamon Sticks.

Why is Ceylon cinnamon so expensive?

A pound of cinnamon quills can cost $27 — here’s why it’s one of the most expensive spices. Ceylon cinnamon is made from the dried inner bark of a tree native to Sri Lanka. One pound of these quills can cost $27. That’s because it’s difficult and costly to produce.

How much Ceylon cinnamon is safe per day?

Ceylon cinnamon has been safely used in doses of 0.5-3 grams daily for up to 6 months. But Ceylon cinnamon is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken in larger amounts or when used long-term.

Which country produces the best quality cinnamon?

Indonesia is the world’s leading producer of cinnamon, accounting for 40% of the total global output. Cinnamon is a spice made from the bark of a tropical tree, which can be used as a powder or a stick.

What is the healthiest cinnamon to buy?

Ceylon cinnamon
Ceylon cinnamon contains all of the health-promoting properties of cinnamon with none of the toxic properties, which is why it’s the healthiest type of cinnamon.