Sugarcane syrup
Very few products can pride themselves of having the historical and cultural patrimony that sugarcane syrup represents at Madeira. The plantations of sugarcane, or sweet cane, are as old as the first steps made by men in the transformation of this island's landscape.
But sugarcane syrup is much more than a testimony of history. It's a living product, modern, constantly adapting and whose art makes Fábrica Mel-de-Cana Ribeiro Sêco the present's most distinguished representative.
1100 grs
450 grs
(Anti-drop measurable cover)
450 grs
250grs
Conversion: 1 L = 1400 grs
Organic composition of Sugarcane syrup
Honey-cane is a 100% natural, no additives, colors or preservatives, with a very long duration and a rich organic composition. The following data are merely informative, since they are the best known benefits of vitamins described.
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Phosphorus
Helps the growth and health of the bones and teeth
Essential for the release of energy in the cells
Reduces the activity of the proteins
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Magnesium
Cements the calcium
Makes the bones solid and firm
Acts as a relaxant
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Calcium
Balances the nervous system
Indispensable for the growth
Fortifies the arteries walls
Cell vitalizing
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Iron
Raises the red blood cell count
Stimulates nutrition
It's a potent tonic
Fights anaemia and sclerosis
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Vitamin PP
Essential for a healthy skin
Protects the liver, the nervous tissues and the digestive system
Helps to regulate the cholesterol in the blood
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Vitamin B2
Required for carbohydrates, fats and proteins
Tissue preservation
Important to the ocular physiology
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Copper
Bones growth
Osteochondrosis prevention
Elaboration of corneal layers
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Vitamin B1
Direct interference in the carbohydrates metabolism
Essential for growth
Normal appetite
Digestion and healthy nerves
Sugarcane syrup Cake
With a dark colour and a sweet flavour, Madeira's Sugarcane syrup Cake is a way to represent one of the best things that can be done with sugarcane syrup. A typical product of this region, made following ancestral recipes, the Sugarcane syrup Cake deligths the natives and the tourists alike.
Synonymous with a perfect blend between the sugarcane syrup, spices and nuts, the Sugarcane syrup Cake is owner of a flavour that's strange in the beginning but wonderful in the end. In round shapes of 80; 250 and 500 grams, you can take home a true delicacy.
The Sugarcane syrup Cakes can be preserved for a long period of time, just be careful to wrap them in baking paper (traditional) and storing them in a closed container on a dry place. When you want to eat a piece, don't forget, get the piece with your own hands.
Sugarcane syrup Breads
Flour... Butter... Sugar... Cinnamon... Nutmeg... and, of course, Sugarcane syrup! Madeira's Sugarcane syrup Breads are small circles of secrets and flavour that you can taste and share with family and friends.
Sugarcane syrup Breads can be served with tea to transform a normal afternoon tea in a sweet and refined moment. An elegant way to receive and remember at the same time!
Just like the Cakes, Sugarcane syrup Breads are now a part of Madeira identity.
Sugarcane syrup Recipes
... in search of a chef that could convert sugarcane syrup in a tool for art pieces.
With over more than a century of labouring and sure of the importance of the Sugarcane syrup in our culture and nourishment, we decided to challenge a young and talented Madeira Chef, Octávio Freitas, to create a set of recipes in which sugarcane syrup is present. Get to know our story while you learn to cook with sugarcane syrup, with taste and tradition!
