Cinnamon Sticks, Cinnamomum cassia, are also known as wholesale cinnamon sticks, bulk cinnamon sticks, or cassia cinnamon sticks. Cassia cinnamon is the most common type of cinnamon sold in North America. 

Called quills when they dry and curl into themselves, cassia Cinnamon Sticks are harvested from the outer bark of the cassia tree. The outer bark produces the highest quality quill, with an essential oil content of approximately 2.5% by weight. The essential oil is the architect behind cassia cinnamon’s distinctive fragrance and flavor.

Cinnamon Sticks are popular with breweries; seasoning companies; independent spice shops; cafes; coffee shops; brewpubs; and sauce, extract, and condiment manufacturers.

Cinnamon Sticks are roughly 2.75 inches long. We sell our Cinnamon Sticks by weight. You will receive four or five Cinnamon Sticks per ounce, depending on how large the sticks are.

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Flavor Profile

Cinnamon Sticks taste woodsy, sweet, and intensely warm.

How to Use

Cinnamon Sticks have an intense flavor that is well-suited for the spice-heavy dishes in Indian cuisine. Toast sticks first to draw out essential oils and add to curries, or go Middle Eastern and add to Chicken Tagine. Make a Vietnamese Chicken Pho Soup, or savory Mexican albondigas and spike the ingredients in the pot with Cinnamon Sticks. Add to Mulled Cider or wines to add a sense of cozy warmth to cold-weather beverages. Dip Cinnamon Sticks in chocolate and use them to stir coffee. These sticks are sturdy and resistant to breaking, so you can also use them to decorate wreaths and garlands for the holidays.

Cinnamon Sticks are terrific for infusing beverages, from coffee and hot chocolate to mulled wine or spiced vodka. Add to the base for savory-sweet stews, curries, and soups. Toss in a marinade or grind and add to barbecue rubs, Mexican mole, pastries, chocolate, rice dishes, or oatmeal.