Kola Nut
The Kola Nut (Cola acuminata) is the seed of a tree native to the tropical rainforests of Africa. The nuts are firm and pinkish to red-brown, and taste bluntly bitter at first with a drying, astringent finish; chewing brings out a slow sweetness underneath. They contain natural caffeine.
Kola nuts are a staple of West African culture and a cornerstone of hospitality, exchanged as symbols of respect and goodwill at social gatherings, religious ceremonies and rites of passage. Their flavour is the original source of the taste in certain sodas.
How to use it
Use them raw, roasted, or ground into a powder for beverages and food. Their bitterness balances sweet and fatty dishes, which is what makes them useful in both traditional and contemporary cooking. Technique tip: roast them briefly before grinding, which softens the raw astringency and brings the nutty side forward.
Details
| Botanical name | Cola acuminata |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Nuts |
| Sizes | 100g jar, 200g pouch, 400g pouch |
| Storage | Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, sealed in an airtight container once opened. |
Also known as
Colanut, Cola Seeds, Guru Nut, بذور الكولا, Bissy Nut, Cola Vera, Cola Nitida, Abata Cola, Guru Kola
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