A wonderfully simple juice that works wonders for waking up your taste buds: freshly pressed apple, a whole lime, and a cinnamon stick that gently infuses the whole thing. A great way to upgrade a classic apple juice, with a spicy little twist that changes everything.
Apple, Lime and Ceylon Cinnamon Juice
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Ingredients
- 4 apples
- 1 organic lime (with peel)
- A large handful of crushed ice
- 1 cinnamon stick
Preparation
- Juice the apples and the whole lime in your juicer.
- Fill a glass halfway with crushed ice, then pour the juice over it.
- Break or cut the cinnamon stick into one long piece and use it to garnish the glass.
Tip
Choose an organic lime since it goes into the juicer whole, peel and all — it's the peel that gives this juice its slightly bitter, deeply aromatic scent.
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FAQ: your questions about cinnamon
What is the difference between cassia cinnamon and Ceylon cinnamon?
They are two distinct species. Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) comes mainly from Sri Lanka: its stick is made up of several thin, rolled layers that crumble easily between your fingers, and its flavor is mild, floral, and slightly citrusy. Cassia, often sold simply as "cinnamon," forms a thick stick from a single hard piece of bark, with a stronger, more fiery taste. Cassia also contains noticeably more coumarin.
Which cinnamon is best for your health?
Ceylon cinnamon is generally preferred for regular use, since its coumarin content is much lower than cassia's. Coumarin is subject to a tolerable daily intake limit in Europe, and significant daily consumption of cassia can exceed it, especially in children. For occasional use, the difference is minor; for everyday cinnamon, Ceylon has the edge.
What are the downsides of Ceylon cinnamon?
It costs more than cassia and is harder to find in supermarkets. Its more delicate flavor gets lost in heavily spiced dishes where you're actually looking for cassia's punch. Its brittle sticks grind well but tend to break during transport. Finally, like any spice, it can trigger reactions in sensitive people, and large quantities are not advised during pregnancy.
What is the best cinnamon stick to buy?
Look at the structure: a good Ceylon stick is pale, almost beige, lightweight, and shows several thin layers rolled inside one another when you look at the cut end. A stick that is uniformly reddish-brown, thick, hard, and hollow is cassia. Then trust your nose — the scent should be bold and sweet as soon as you open the bag: a cinnamon that barely smells of anything has already lost its essential oils.
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