Madhava Organic Amber Agave Nectar, 23.5 oz

Madhava Organic Agave Nectar--Amber is a pure and naturally-occurring sweetener made from the juice (aguamiel) of the agave plant grown in Mexico. Organically grown, 100 percent pure with no additives of any kind, allergen free, and kosher-certified, this product is a staple sweetener for any kitchen.

Amber Agave offers a subtle, maple-like flavor, making it a great addition to sauces, dressings, and marinades. Organic Agave Nectar Amber can be used in place of brown sugar, maple syrup, or molasses in most recipes. Unlike most sweeteners, Agave Nectar has a low glycemic index of 32, helping to prevent energy spikes. Additionally, Agave Nectar is 1.4 times sweeter than sugar, allowing for less usage and reduced calories in your cooking.

The agave, also known as the "maguey" tree, is one of Mexican culture's most important plants, as it is a rare producer of liquid in the desert. The natives of the northern valley of Mexico have been utilizing the plant's numerous properties for centuries. The plant's clear sap, known as aguamiel, is consumed for its nutritional value and is also refined into tequila and other beverages. Agave nectar is produced from the heart of the agave plant, with the juice undergoing a process known as hydrolysis, resulting in a sweetener that is "sweeter than sugar and smoother than honey."

Organically grown agave plants are cultivated, tended, and harvested by hand, making agave nectar a sustainable and healthier alternative to refined sugars. The low carbon footprint of agave nectar is attributed to these generations-old, sustainable growing practices. Furthermore, agave nectar offers numerous healthful properties, including its low glycemic index and lack of known allergens, making it gluten, nut, and dairy free.

Madhava is a privately owned and operated company, dedicated to providing natural and healthy alternatives to highly processed, refined sugars, and artificial sweeteners. Founded in 1972 in Boulder, Colorado, Madhava sources its honeys, agave, and coconut products from sustainable, organic sources and small, family-owned beekeepers. As one of the first companies to make Agave Nectar widely available in the U.S., Madhava is committed to delivering the highest quality natural sweeteners.

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