Coconut sugar is a natural sugar that comes from natural coconut sap which is then processed into various forms of sugar. This brown sugar has various forms and types, not only in liquid but coconut sugar also has solid and powder. This coconut sugar is usually made by manufacturers depending on the processing process and the purpose of its use. In addition, the form of coconut sugar is increasingly being developed with innovations that increase the selling value of the product.

Here are some common forms of coconut sugar that we often encounter:

Mould Coconut Sugar:

 

Mould coconut sugar is coconut sugar that has a solid form. The solid form of this coconut sugar varies, in the form of a flat semicircle, or a tube. The shape of mould coconut sugar depends on the mold media used, the molds commonly used come from coconut shells or bamboo stems. The process of making mould coconut sugar is usually faster than making granulated coconut sugar because it does not need to be reprocessed after cooking. The distinctive aroma of coconut sugar in this printed sugar is stronger and the natural sweetness is more pronounced even though it is slightly sour from the coconut sap.

Candy Coconut Sugar:

Candy coconut sugar is a mini form of molded coconut sugar which usually has a huge size. This coconut sugar shape innovation was created by coconut sugar producers to make it easier to use, especially when determining the dosage. The net weight of 1 candy coconut sugar is around 4-5 grams, making it easier to make dosages. Although as a mini molded coconut sugar, candy coconut sugar has an excellent and harder shape than molded coconut sugar in general which melts faster.

Granular Coconut Sugar:

This sweetener as coconut sugar granules is one of the natural sweeteners commonly used in large industries and households. This granulated coconut sugar has fine granules so that it is easily dissolved in water compared to molded coconut sugar or candy coconut sugar. Granulated coconut sugar has a brownish-yellow to dark-brown granule color. The taste and aroma of granulated coconut sugar are sometimes different from other coconut sugars because the water content in the sap is completely removed. So this granulated coconut sugar has a dry and crunchy texture.

Coconut Treacle :

Liquid coconut sugar or coconut treacle is a form of coconut sugar in the form of a thick liquid like soy sauce. However, some people consider coconut treacle to be more like honey because it has a strong sweet and slightly sour taste. The water content in this liquid sweetener is very high, sometimes the water content is the remainder of the heated natural sap. This thick coconut syrup is very easy to dissolve in water, but you still need to stir it to make sure the water and coconut sugar are mixed perfectly.