★★★★★
Transformed my rice
Added a small quill to my basmati rice, and the difference was incredible. The whole kitchen smelled amazing, and the rice had this delicate, sweet-spicy note throughout. So much better than just using powdered cinnamon.
Diaspora Co.
Wild Cinnamon Quills
$30.00
● In stock
- Preserves volatile oils for maximum flavor
- Hand-harvested from old-growth 'miris' trees
- Supports organic farming communities in Sri Lanka
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About this item
Grown and foraged for us by our friends at Eko Land, a community of organic farmers from the heart of Sri Lanka, these wild cinnamon quills are harvested from spicy or "miris" old growth trees. Gently hand crushing a quill into your cooking can turn a simple pot of rice into an aromatic experience and bring just about any stew or curry to life. And since cinnamon loses it volatile oils and flavor compounds so quickly, using quills ensures that you're getting the freshest and most potent cinnamon there is!
Specifications
| Form | Whole quills |
|---|---|
| Origin | Sri Lanka |
| Best For | Stews, curries, rice dishes, mulled drinks |
| Size Options | 1.5 oz (43 g) |
| Flavor Profile | Warm, sweet, woody, spicy, potent |
| Harvest Method | Wild-foraged, hand-harvested |
Customer reviews
What customers say: These quills are praised for their potent, fresh flavor and authentic aroma in dishes like rice and curries. A few found the flavor less strong than anticipated, needing more product.
★★★★☆
Solid spice for cooking
Nice sweet and woody notes that work well in mulled cider.
★★★★★
Wonderful authentic flavor
These quills offer a truly potent and authentic cinnamon experience.
★★☆☆☆
Flavor not as strong
Was hoping for a big difference from my usual cinnamon sticks, but these didn't quite deliver the potency I expected. They have a nice warmth, but it's more subtle than I wanted in my rice dishes. Needed to use more than anticipated.
★★★★★
Incredible aroma and flavor
Honestly, the aroma when these quills hit the pan is just heavenly. I use them primarily for mulled drinks in the cooler months, but recently added a small piece to a slow-cooked lamb stew, and it was exquisite. The warmth and sweetness really permeated the dish without being overpowering. Definitely a pantry staple now for anyone who appreciates real spice.