Ceylon Cinnamon Basics

Sri Lanka Standards for Ceylon Cinnamon SLS 81:2021

The Sri Lanka Standards for Ceylon Cinnamon SLS...

Mike de Livera

The Sri Lanka Standards Institute has introduced a standard for Sri Lankan cinnamon, SLS 81:2021, which specifies the grades of Cinnamon, Microbiological limits, pesticide residue levels, and heavy metal levels...

The Sri Lanka Standards for Ceylon Cinnamon SLS...

Mike de Livera

The Sri Lanka Standards Institute has introduced a standard for Sri Lankan cinnamon, SLS 81:2021, which specifies the grades of Cinnamon, Microbiological limits, pesticide residue levels, and heavy metal levels...

US Spice imports by year from 2013 to 2023

How the Import Tariffs Will Impact Cinnamon Pri...

Mike de Livera

The comforting aroma of cinnamon in American kitchens is now at risk. Due to tariffs, it faces an uncertain future. In April 2025, sweeping new import tariffs took effect. Cinnamon...

How the Import Tariffs Will Impact Cinnamon Pri...

Mike de Livera

The comforting aroma of cinnamon in American kitchens is now at risk. Due to tariffs, it faces an uncertain future. In April 2025, sweeping new import tariffs took effect. Cinnamon...

Ceylon Cinnamon Vs Korintje Cinnamon

Ceylon vs Korintje Cinnamon: Which One Reigns S...

Mike de Livera

You’ve heard of Cassia and true cinnamon, but what about Ceylon vs Korintje cinnamon? Turns out, not all cinnamon is a two-horse race. Korintje, the “middle child” of the cinnamon...

Ceylon vs Korintje Cinnamon: Which One Reigns S...

Mike de Livera

You’ve heard of Cassia and true cinnamon, but what about Ceylon vs Korintje cinnamon? Turns out, not all cinnamon is a two-horse race. Korintje, the “middle child” of the cinnamon...

Cinnamon Quills vs Powder

Cinnamon Quills vs Powder: Which Form is Right ...

Mike de Livera

Are you wondering "cinnamon quills vs powder - what’s the actual difference?”. Spoiler: It’s not just about looks. The form you choose can totally change your dish’s flavor, aroma, and...

Cinnamon Quills vs Powder: Which Form is Right ...

Mike de Livera

Are you wondering "cinnamon quills vs powder - what’s the actual difference?”. Spoiler: It’s not just about looks. The form you choose can totally change your dish’s flavor, aroma, and...

Price of Ceylon Cinnamon Vs Cassia

Why Ceylon Cinnamon is ten times more Expensive...

Mike de Livera

You’ve seen it at the store: two cinnamon options, one costing 10 times more than the other. Why? Here’s the truth: not all cinnamon is created equal. The price gap...

Why Ceylon Cinnamon is ten times more Expensive...

Mike de Livera

You’ve seen it at the store: two cinnamon options, one costing 10 times more than the other. Why? Here’s the truth: not all cinnamon is created equal. The price gap...

How to identify Ceylon Cinnamon from Cassia

How to Identify Real Cinnamon from Ceylon vs. C...

Mike de Livera

Is this real cinnamon in my spice cabinet? That's a great question, especially given all the buzz around coumarin and lead in cinnamon. Ninety percent of “cinnamon” sold globally is actually...

How to Identify Real Cinnamon from Ceylon vs. C...

Mike de Livera

Is this real cinnamon in my spice cabinet? That's a great question, especially given all the buzz around coumarin and lead in cinnamon. Ninety percent of “cinnamon” sold globally is actually...