Coconut sugar is produced from the nectar of the coconut flowers. This is an ancient tradition in Asia. The process and the product is 100 % natural and rich in minerals and nutrients.
Taste and Usage
Coconut sugar has a unique taste somewhat similar to that of caramel and cinnamon. The special taste of this sugar is due to the large amount of minerals it contains. It is less sweet than sugar cane and immediately melts on the tongue. It is mainly used for desserts and drinks, including cocktails like the mojito and caipirinha.
Origin and manufacture
Coconut sugar is made from the nectar of coconut flowers. The nectar is collected from palm trees of at least 5 years of age. The nectar is very sensitive and ferments in a few hours. To prevent contamination, the nectar is first filtered. Secondly, according to an ancient tradition, it is heated and thickened, until it becomes a thick syrup. It is then cooled an then ground into crystals. Gourmet Kulau sugar is not refined. A farmer produces about 2 kg of sugar per day.
Nutritional Values
Coconut sugar is less calories than sugar, and rich in trace elements. According to an official study of the Philippines, the glycemic index of coconut sugar is 35. This is an extremely low value, which would allow the use of even sugar for diabetics.
The composition may be subject to variations, so we advise you to always check the list on the purchased product.
The list of ingredients may be subject to variations, we advise you to always check the list on the purchased product.
Nutritional values for 100g:
Energy: 3404 kJ / 828 kcal Protein: 0g Carbohydrate: 0g - of which 2.7 g of fructose - which saccarose 86,9g Fat: 0.4 g Phosphorus: 78,96mg Potassium: 934,7mg Calcium: 8mg Chlorine: 466,5mg Nitrogen: 200.2mg Magnesium: 28.2mg Sodium: 47.4mg Iron: 2.8mg Vitamin C: 23.8mg Vitamin B1: 0.5mg Copper: 0.2mg Manganese: 0.12mg Boron: 0.5mg Sulfur: 27 , 8mg
How to use it
Coconut sugar has a unique taste somewhat similar to that of caramel and cinnamon.
The special taste of this sugar is due to the large amount of minerals it contains. It is less sweet than sugar cane and immediately melts on the tongue.
It is mainly used for desserts and drinks, including cocktails like the mojito and caipirinha.
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