Is Moulin Rouge Ground Cinnamon the Cassia or Ceylon type?

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I bought this big container of cinnamon a few months ago and I can't find any info as to the type of cinnamon it is: Cassia or Ceylon.

Can anyone identify the type of cinnamon here? https://www.amazon.ca/Moulin-Rouge-Ground-Cinnamon-Kilogram/dp/B07ZPQ3SWL



Best Answer

The rule of thumb is "if it doesn't say Ceylon, it's Cassia." Ceylon can be up to 10 times more expensive than Cassia. You simply won't find Ceylon for $22 per kilogram.




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How do I know if my cinnamon is Ceylon or cassia?

Another key difference between the two is found in the taste. Cassia Cinnamon tastes stronger and hotter while Ceylon Cinnamon is full of lighter, brighter citreous tones. When it comes to colour, Ceylon Cinnamon is tan brown whereas Cassia Cinnamon takes some reddish dark brown.

What kind of cinnamon is McCormick ground cinnamon?

McCormick is a trusted name in the food industry and their company has been around for more than 125 years, so this is the cinnamon that you're probably most familiar with. Because their ground cinnamon is classified as cinnamon cassia the flavor profile will be much stronger and sweeter than Ceylon cinnamon.

Why is cassia cinnamon not healthy?

Cassia cinnamon is possibly unsafe when taken in doses larger than 6 grams daily for a long period of time. Cassia cinnamon contains a chemical called coumarin. Taking large amounts of coumarin can cause liver damage in some people, especially those who have liver disease.

What is the healthiest type of 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.



Ceylon Cinnamon vs Cassia - Difference Between Ceylon Cinnamon and Cassia Cinnamon




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