Historically, sugar was made by pressing the juice from sugar cane and boiling away the water, retaining all the critical vitamins, minerals and trace nutrients. With industrialisation came new sugar technology where cane juice is separated into two substances: white ultra-refined pure sucrose; and dark, nutrient dense molasses which is rich in iron and minerals and was fed to animals because it was known to be so nutritious. Nature First rapadura sugar is a resurrection of the past - it is pure, evaporated cane sugar with all its flavour and minerals intact. Similar to muscovado or panela, Rapadura is a Portuguese name.FeaturesNature First Organic Rapadura Sugar is sourced from Columbia and packed in Australia. It comes in a 500gm re-sealable oxygen barrier bag to preserve freshness.BenefitsRapadura is an unrefined sugar, popular for its unique caramel flavour, fine grain and gorgeous golden colour. Produced by simply evaporating the water from organic sugar cane juice. It has a higher nutritional value as it retains the natural vitamins and minerals of the pressed cane juice. Organic sugars are produced naturally and without pesticides or chemicals. Natural rapadura is dry and crumbly, very natural and less sweet than regular white sugar. It is higher than other sugars in several essential minerals, including iron, potassium, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus. 1 teaspoon has 10% of your daily iron.