Premium Vietnamese Saigon Cinnamon Sticks
A warm and spicy cinnamon that is perfect for your favorite recipes where you want the cinnamon to shine
Current price: $13.00
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Vanilla Beans
Excellent Product! Excellent Service!
I'm a convert
I've been making my own vanilla extract for over a decade and used to buy my beans based on reviews at a Infamous Global seller. Was never sure what I would get. Then I found this company! The beans were beautiful! Fragrant, moist but not too moist, easy to cut open to expose the seeds and each Bean was six to seven inches long. I'm a happy extract maker! 💝💃🥳
High Quality Vanilla - excellent customer service.
Slo Food group team takes great care of their customers. Received a broken bottle of Vanilla and it was immediately handled. Received my replacement bottle within 3 days.
This extract is used to make our Tahitian Vanilla Cakes!
Great place to get your spices
SLO Food group is the best place I have found to buy my vanilla beans, great customer service, fast shipping and very competitive prices. Thank you for helping me with my project, Vanilla extract. Thank you don young
What You're Getting
Real Heat, Not Just Warmth
Held to a 3.5-4.40% volatile oil standard, our Saigon cinnamon delivers a genuinely bold, spicy kick, not the mild warmth of milder cinnamon varieties.
The Spice Behind Pho
A foundational ingredient in authentic Vietnamese pho, this is the same bold cinnamon used to build that dish's signature depth.
Consistent, Quality-Checked Sticks
Averaging 11.8-12.2 cm (4.6-4.8 inches) in length, every batch is sustainably harvested. The product itself is gluten free, non-GMO, and vegan, and is Kosher certified by EarthKosher.
Built for Bold Recipes
From holiday baking to mulled wine and homemade chai, this is the cinnamon to reach for when you want it to actually stand out.
Technical Specifications
| Origin | Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cinnamomum loureiroi |
| Common Names | Saigon Cinnamon, Vietnamese Cinnamon, Cigarette Cinnamon, Finger Cinnamon |
| Form | Whole Quills |
| Length | 11.8-12.2 cm (4.6-4.8 Inches) |
| Roll Rate | 95%+ |
| Color/Appearance | Natural Tan to Brown |
| Moisture Content | 12-14% |
| Volatile Oil Content | 3.5-4.40%; Third-Party Tested by SGS Labs |
| Coumarin Content | Second-Highest Among Major Cinnamon Species (Higher Than Ceylon Cinnamon) |
| Certifications | Kosher, GMP |
| Additional Attributes | Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegan (Self-Declared) |
| Moisture Content | 12-14% |
| Flavor Profile | Bold, Spicy, Sweet Heat |
| Uses | Baking, Pho, Mulled Wine, Chai, Holiday Recipes, Savory Dishes |
| Packaging | Food-Grade Pouches; Corrugated Boxes with Liners for Bulk Orders |
Bulk Saigon Cinnamon Sticks For Baking
Sharp, spicy, and much warmer than most other cinnamon varieties, Vietnamese cinnamon is the perfect product for those who like their cinnamon to bring the heat. Saigon cinnamon is among the strongest cinnamons in the world, especially when compared to milder varieties like Ceylon cinnamon. The spicy notes of these cinnamon quills come from cinnamaldehyde, an essential oil present in all cinnamon varieties. Our Saigon cinnamon sticks are held to a volatile oil content standard of 3.5-4.40%, giving this cinnamon its unique spicy flavor and sweet aroma.
Where Do Cinnamon Sticks Come From?
How to Use Vietnamese Cinnamon
Why Buy Saigon Cinnamon From Us
Cinnamon quills of all varieties come from the bark of several types of evergreen trees: C. loureiroi (more closely related to cassia than Ceylon), C. cassia, and C. verum (Ceylon). These trees are native to regions of the world such as Vietnam, China, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and even Mexico. To form the quills of the woodier varieties of cinnamon, the first layer of the inner bark is peeled from the evergreen shoots and dried in the sun over many days. The sun drying is what results in the natural curling of the quills. Quills are then cut to a specific length to meet market demand. Curious how Saigon and Ceylon cinnamon actually compare in flavor and use? Check out our video breaking down the differences.
When using a whole cinnamon stick, drop the quill into your liquid of choice to add a wonderful cinnamon aroma and flavor to any dish or beverage. Saigon cinnamon is one of the foundational spices in pho, the iconic Vietnamese noodle soup, simmered directly in the broth alongside star anise to build the dish's signature warmth and depth. If you need to grind your cinnamon, we recommend breaking it into smaller pieces first (this cinnamon is tougher and woodier than other varieties) and using a spice grinder, pulsing until you reach the consistency you're looking for. Looking for pre-ground Saigon cinnamon instead? Head over to our Saigon cinnamon powder page, available in a variety of sizes.
- When you purchase Saigon cinnamon from Slofoodgroup, you can rest assured you'll receive a high-quality product that is gluten free, non-GMO, sustainably grown, vegan, and certified kosher.
- We offer Saigon cinnamon for purchase online in bulk or small quantities.
- This variety of cassia cinnamon is sustainably harvested from Cinnamomum trees in Vietnam.
- Saigon cinnamon adds a spicier kick than most other cinnamon varieties, and carries the second-highest coumarin content among the major cinnamon species, something worth knowing if you're monitoring your coumarin intake.
- These cinnamon sticks average 11.8-12.2 cm in length and are commonly referred to as cigarette cinnamon or finger cinnamon.
*This cinnamon is not to be confused with Ceylon cinnamon and is not advised for users who don't enjoy a spicy cinnamon flavor or who are trying to reduce their coumarin intake.
Recipes and Ways to Use Saigon Cinnamon
Beyond pho, Saigon cinnamon shines in warm, spiced beverages and holiday baking, where its bold heat holds up beautifully against other strong flavors. Drop a few sticks into our homemade mulled wine recipe for a warming, spiced blend of bourbon or brandy and red wine, or simmer it into a batch of our homemade vanilla chai, where its heat balances beautifully against ginger, cardamom, and whole vanilla beans. Planning ahead for the holidays? Our holiday spice guide covers even more ways to work whole cinnamon sticks into seasonal baking and beverages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Saigon cinnamon, also known as Vietnamese cinnamon or Cinnamomum loureiroi, is a type of cassia cinnamon with a strong, spicy flavor and aroma, held to a volatile oil content standard of 3.5-4.40% for a bold, consistent flavor. Saigon cinnamon sticks are used in a variety of recipes including baked goods, tea, mulled wine, and savory dishes like pho.
- Saigon cinnamon sticks are available for purchase at Slofoodgroup in bulk or small quantities, averaging 11.8-12.2 cm in length. If you'd prefer pre-ground cinnamon, we also carry Saigon cinnamon powder.
- Vietnamese cinnamon sticks are intense, with a spicy yet sweet taste. Their flavor is peppery and warm, bringing real heat to any dish, noticeably bolder than milder varieties like Ceylon cinnamon.
- Saigon cinnamon sticks are great for baking. They can be used to garnish sweet dishes or ground and used in recipes like cinnamon rolls, muffins, pies, and breads. The spicier notes balance out the sweetness and create a more distinct flavor. They're also a foundational spice in pho and work beautifully in mulled wine and homemade chai.
- Saigon cinnamon can be used as an alternative to Ceylon cinnamon in many recipes. However, due to its more intense flavor, you may need to use less. Substituting Saigon for Ceylon will noticeably change the flavor in certain dishes, and Saigon carries a higher coumarin content than Ceylon, worth knowing if you cook with cinnamon frequently.