Agave syrup is a natural sweetener I discovered not so long ago, at an organic store. It is
derived from the extraction of agaves, the fruit of a cactus’ variety from southern Mexico.
The agave nectar, used for a long time in
Mexico and already known by the Aztecs, is also
called "honey water" or "aguamiel" because it is
more liquid than honey.
Agave syrup is a
great ingredient because of a very low glycemic index and is
very useful for people who want to limit their sugar intake.
With its smooth consistency, it fits easily in juices
and fruit cocktails, and only a teaspoon per glass is needed.
You can also try it in hot drink, like coffee or tea, if it’s difficult for you
to drink without sugar.
Otherwise, if you like to cook for your family or friend, I have good news! Now, you can share a piece of cake without any anxiety for your glucose level
because you can use agave syrup in all pastries: cakes, pies, icing or even
chocolate mousse.
In summer, it can be useful to make ice cream for everybody!
For those of you who are on the salty slide, don’t worry, we also have something for you:
our “honey” can be used to make tomato sauce, chutney peppers, and allows to prepare various
salads with grapefruit for example.
