Sweet and fragrant, sugarcane offers a crisp, juicy texture that releases a burst of sweetness when chewed. This tropical grass is the source of natural sugar, embodying the essence of sweetness in many cultures.
Where it comes from
Sugarcane is believed to have originated in New Guinea and has transformed global cuisines, integral to the sugar trade that shaped economies and culinary practices.
In the kitchen
Sugarcane is often pressed to extract juice for beverages or processed into sugar, providing natural sweetness to desserts, marinades, and sauces.
