100% Delightful, Organic Date Syrup
Although date syrup has been used for thousands of years on the other side of the world, it is nearly unheard of in the States. Ancient cuneiform manuscripts show mentions of the syrup, showing it as the primary sweetener of that time. In the Bible, mentions of the word “honey” can be translated from the Hebrew to describe a fruit honey, rather than the honey from a bee. Considering the profound quantity of date palms in that area, it is very likely this was indeed referring to honey from the date or, date syrup.
So why are we just now hearing about this alternative sweetener? “There is a common misperception in the US regarding dates. Many have only experienced the dry, chopped variety that come in a can and aren’t even aware of the juicy, decadent, almost dessert-like consistency of a desert grown date.” says Colleen Sundlie, date lover and president of Organics Are For Everyone, Inc. a supplier of the syrup. “From the date there is a syrup that is rich, luxurious really. Dates are a very rich fruit, so it makes sense that the syrup from the fruit would be quite intense.”
It’s certainly not bad for you either, in moderation of course. The syrup contains some iron, magnesium, potassium and calcium as well. Because it is directly from fruit, you do get the advantage of using a ‘whole’ sweetener- without any additives or artificial flavorings. Date syrup - the sugar substitute of the future?
Organics Are Everyone, Inc. started sales of the syrup last Fall in select retail outlets. Orders can now be made online at www.OrganicsAreForEveryone.com.
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