SC - Contents questions

[LrdRas@aol.com]

In a message dated 97-10-01 11:24:12 EDT, you write:

<< There have been a couple notes refering to cinnamon (cassia) and "true
 cinnamon", could somebody explain the difference, and perhaps tell us how to
 tell the difference?  
 -brid >>

Cassia is thick, hard and has a flavor that is extremely bitter and burning
 with somewhat of a bite in the after taste. It is the "cinnamon" currently
available in modern markets and is , IMHO, an inferior product. Its aroma is
almost at the point of being irritating.

True cinnamon is almost papery, brittle , easily crushed and or powdered. It
flavor is more subdued, less bitey and has a decidedly sweet finish in the
aftertaste. It's aroma is sweet and aromatic. A far superior product . IMHO.
It is not available in modern sup[ermarkets but is sometimes available at
health food stores or better spicery specialty shops. I get mine at Pennsic.
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