Yunnan Guxun Organic Black Sugar Blocks 500g Traditional Sugarcane Craft

Yunnan Guxun Organic Black Sugar, known in Chinese as Lao Hong Tang (老黑糖), is a traditional cane sugar block made from pure sugarcane juice of Saccharum officinarum using old-style open-pan boiling. Certified organic and produced in Yunnan, it offers a deep caramel character valued in Chinese food tradition. Commonly dissolved in warm water, teas, or desserts, it is a natural kitchen sweetener for everyday enjoyment.

Key Selling Points

• Certified organic black sugar blocks made from pure sugarcane juice
• Traditional Yunnan craft with slow open-pan boiling and hand shaping
• Rich caramel aroma and deep molasses flavor typical of aged cane sugar
• Dissolves easily in warm water, teas, congee, and baked goods
• Convenient 500g bottled pack suitable for home and commercial use

Quality & Sensory

The blocks typically show a deep amber to dark brown color with a firm yet slightly moist texture. The aroma is typically rich and caramel-like with molasses notes, and dissolved in warm water the taste is typically sweet with toasty, mineral undertones.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Dissolve a block in warm water for a traditional sweet drink
• Add to ginger tea or herbal teas for natural sweetness
• Use in congee, desserts, and traditional sweet soups
• Incorporate into baking and sauces for caramel depth

Traditional Uses

In Chinese food tradition, black sugar has long been enjoyed dissolved in warm water, often paired with ginger, red dates, or longan for comforting seasonal drinks. It is traditionally added to sweet soups, tangyuan, and congee, and is a familiar kitchen staple during colder months and postpartum dietary customs in many regions of China.

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