<description>&lt;p&gt;How did a tree bark from Sri Lanka become one of the essential flavours of the festive season? We explore the history of cinnamon and the compound that gives it its distinctive taste and aroma  &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Chemistry in its element

Chemistry World

Cinnamaldehyde: Chemistry in its element

DEC 21, 20207 MIN
Chemistry in its element

Cinnamaldehyde: Chemistry in its element

DEC 21, 20207 MIN

Description

How did a tree bark from Sri Lanka become one of the essential flavours of the festive season? We explore the history of cinnamon and the compound that gives it its distinctive taste and aroma