Organic Cinnamon Sticks - Cassia

Smith & Truslow Organic Cassia Cinnamon Sticks are USDA certified organic and third-party tested for heavy metals — delivering the bold, sweet, intensely warm flavor and intoxicating aroma that make whole cinnamon sticks an irreplaceable ingredient for mulling, brewing, infusing, and slow-cooked dishes that demand the very best.

Our organic cassia cinnamon sticks are sourced from the finest cinnamon-producing regions and handled with care to preserve their essential oils, deep reddish-brown color, and signature warming intensity. Whether you're simmering a pot of mulled wine, steeping a chai tea concentrate, infusing simple syrups, slow-cooking a Moroccan tagine, or simply placing a cinnamon stick in a mug of hot apple cider, Smith & Truslow organic cinnamon sticks deliver an aromatic richness and depth that grocery store cinnamon sticks simply can't match.

Why Cinnamon Sticks vs Ground Cinnamon

Whole cinnamon sticks and ground cinnamon each have their place in a well-stocked kitchen — and knowing when to use each one makes all the difference. Cinnamon sticks are ideal for infusing flavor slowly into liquids, sauces, and braises without releasing the fine powder that can make a dish gritty or overpowering. They infuse gently, releasing their essential oils gradually over heat, and can be removed before serving for a clean, elegant presentation. Ground cinnamon works best for baking and dry spice blends where you want the flavor distributed evenly throughout. For the freshest ground cinnamon, simply grind our organic cassia cinnamon sticks in a spice grinder — you'll immediately notice the difference in aroma and intensity compared to pre-ground.

Why Our Organic Cinnamon Sticks Are Different

Cinnamon is one of the spices most frequently found to contain elevated levels of heavy metals including lead — a concern highlighted by Consumer Reports and independent testing organizations in recent years. Not ours. Every lot of Smith & Truslow organic cassia cinnamon sticks is tested by an accredited third-party lab against heavy metal specifications more stringent than industry standards. We also use no fillers, no additives, and no irradiation — just pure, certified organic cassia cinnamon sticks.

How to Use Organic Cassia Cinnamon Sticks

• Simmer in mulled wine, mulled cider, and holiday punch
• Steep in chai tea concentrates and spiced milk for lattes
• Infuse into simple syrups for cocktails, mocktails, and coffee drinks
• Add to Moroccan tagines, Persian rice dishes, and Indian biryanis
• Slow cook in Mexican mole, pozole, and braised meats
• Place in a mug of hot apple cider or hot cocoa for a warming garnish
• Use in pickling brines for vegetables, fruits, and chutneys
• Infuse into bourbon, rum, or vodka for homemade spiced spirits
• Grind fresh in a spice grinder for the most aromatic ground cinnamon
• Display in a glass jar as a beautiful, fragrant kitchen accent

Certifications & Testing

• Certified organic by the Colorado Department of Agriculture (USDA NOP)
• Certified gluten-free by the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) — less than 10ppm
• Certified kosher by Earth Kosher
• Third-party tested for heavy metals: lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium
• No fillers, no additives, no irradiation
• Non-irradiated — steam sterilized only

Available in a refill bag. Free shipping on orders over $85.

Also try our Organic Cassia Cinnamon Ground and Organic Ceylon Cinnamon — or browse our full line of USDA certified organic spices

View Heavy Metal Test Results for Cassia Cinnamon Sticks Lot 801N

Organic Cassia Cinnamon Sticks Spec Sheet