What is Cinnamon Sticks?

Cinnamon Sticks are whole rolled quills of cinnamon bark. They form when the inner bark is stripped from cinnamon branches and naturally curls into the familiar quill shape as it dries. Most cinnamon sticks on the market are Cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia).

About the plant

Cinnamon comes from trees in the laurel family (Lauraceae) grown across South and Southeast Asia. The whole-stick format keeps the aromatic compounds, chiefly cinnamaldehyde, protected by the intact bark, so sticks hold their aroma longer than ground cinnamon and release flavor gradually in a simmer. Cassia sticks are a single hard, pungent rolled layer; Ceylon sticks (Cinnamomum verum) are softer, multi-layered, and more delicate. Sticks are the classic choice for mulled wine, hot cider, chai, and slow-cooked dishes, and they can be lifted out before serving.

Related herbs

• Ceylon Cinnamon Powder — ground true cinnamon for baking and drinks.

Cinnamon Sticks: form & sizes

We carry Cinnamon Sticks as organic whole rolled bark quills, sold by weight in sizes from 1 oz to 1 lb. We make no health or therapeutic claims.

Storage

Store Cinnamon Sticks in an airtight container, away from heat, light, and humidity, to preserve its color and aroma.

Cinnamon Sticks at a glance

Botanical name

Cinnamomum cassia

Family

Lauraceae

Native region

South and Southeast Asia

Plant part

bark

Sourcing

Organic

Aromatic compound

Cinnamaldehyde

Format

Whole rolled bark quills

Form

whole rolled bark quills

Sizes

1 oz to 1 lb