Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks, Cinnamomum verum or, alternately, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, are whole cinnamon sticks with a more delicate aroma and flakier texture than the cinnamon sticks commonly found in stores. They are also referred to as Ceylon cinnamon sticks bulk, Ceylon cinnamon, Mexican cinnamon sticks, canela, or Ceylon cinnamon quills.

These sticks are tan or light brown, and are approximately 3” long. There are approximately four (4), 3” sticks per ounce.

Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks are frequently purchased by 

• independent spice shops;
• Middle Eastern or Mexican restaurants;
• brewpubs;
• cafes;
• breweries;
• bagel manufacturers; and
• distilleries

One 3" Ceylon Cinnamon Stick = 1/2 teaspoon ground Ceylon Cinnamon. 

Please visit our cinnamon page to see the varieties of cinnamon we offer.

Flavor Profile

Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks are complex and floral, with notes of sweet citrus and cloves and a pleasing warmth. 

How To Use

Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks have a gentler flavor than Cassia Cinnamon and they go well with a wide variety of foods. They are usually used ground, so grind and add to Chorizo Chili for a sweet lift. Let it simmer in the stew when making Mole Poblano for traditional mole flavor. Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks go well with fruit, so serve richly-seasoned Spiced Apple and Cranberry Sauce as a holiday side. Steep with vinegar and berries and have Pickled Blueberries as an unexpected, sweet-tart relish. Or simmer with orange peel and cardamom for aromatic Masala Chai—and then pop a new stick in the glass for a delicious way to stir this drink!

Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks can be used on pork, chicken, beef, tomatoes, fruit, chocolate, pickles, pastries, curries, dressing, stews, soups, mulled wines and ciders, and to steep in various alcohols.

Pair Ceylon Cinnamon Sticks with cloves, chocolate, oranges, limes, cardamom, rose petals, black pepper, chile peppers, paprika, star anise, and coconut.