Brown cane sugar, Japan

Brown or black sugar from Japanese sugar cane is a speciality that is also attracting more and more attention from western pastry chefs and cooks. With this very original quality, the pure juice is simply boiled down and dried. Precisely because this is such a simple product, the quality of the basic ingredient is crucial. With this Kokuto, it is therefore no exaggeration to speak of a terroir. Kikaijima Island, which lies about 380 kilometers from the main island of Kyushu and belongs to the Amami Islands, is famous for its coral islands with limestone cliffs. And this unique quality with mineral notes and a hint of nougat aroma is grown on these by hand. The 7,000 inhabitants also use their sugar as a substitute for mirin. For desserts and savory dishes. A few grains refine any vanilla ice cream into a fine dessert with a Japanese touch! Simply nibble on a piece and experience this unique taste!