CINNAMON

Cassia, Sweet Wood, and Gui Zhi are just a few of the names for this versatile spice that can be found in modern-day cooking repertoires from Atlanta to Beijing. From Curries, pickles, wine, and French toast. The links between all of these dishes together is  Cinnamon. Among the many spices available, cinnamon is a popular choice. This sweet-smelling spice has been valued by nearly every civilization at some point, and during many different time periods.  Smoke from the aromatic spice was considered holy by the ancient Egyptians, who thought it aided the deceased on their journey to the afterlife. In later Europeans began to travel the world by sea and cinnamon became one of the most highly prized traded goods. During the same period, the idea that a store’s cinnamon aroma could magically lure consumers also gained popularity. Cassia, Sweet Wood, and Gui Zhi are just a few of the names for this versatile spice that can be found in modern-day cooking repertoires from Atlanta to Beijing. Luckily It has also recently been introduced as a spicy addition to our premium, organic Ceylon tea. If you brew a pot of our tea only once, we guarantee you’ll be back for more because to the enticing cinnamon scent and smooth tannic flavour.