Carob Products
The carob tree, harnup in Greek, has grown in Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean for millennia. Its distinctive dark pods were once so valuable they were used as a unit of measurement (the word 'carat' derives from the Greek 'keration', meaning carob pod). Long before sugar cane reached Europe, carob was the Mediterranean's primary sweetener.Today,…The carob tree, harnup in Greek, has grown in Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean for millennia. Its distinctive dark pods were once so valuable they were used as a unit of measurement (the word 'carat' derives from the Greek 'keration', meaning carob pod). Long before sugar cane reached Europe, carob was the Mediterranean's primary sweetener.Today, carob is experiencing a well-deserved renaissance. Rich in natural sugars, high in dietary fibre, containing no caffeine, and with a natural sweetness profile that makes it an excellent chocolate alternative, it is a genuinely versatile ingredient, and one that carries a deep Cypriot identity.Our Carob Products collection brings…
