Carob Syrup is extracted from the pods of the carob tree by stewing in water for several days. The resulting syrup is evaporated to produce a dense syrup. It and has a mild, sweet flavor. It can be used as sweetener in cakes, tahini, hot and cold beverages, yogurt, ice cream and rice. It is a great substitute of sugar. Carob syrup is also known as the traditional medicine for cough and sore throat in Greece. Carob is a nutritionally complete fruit and its nutritional value is remarkable. It is rich in fibers, polyphenols and tannins which provide its antioxidant properties. Although it is rich in natural sugars,it is low in calories, fat, gluten-free and caffeine free. Carob is rich in vitamins A,B and D, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, carbohydrates, protein, magnesium, and various metals. It can be consumed raw or in cooking INGREDIENTS organic Carob, water DIRECTIONS use as a chocolate sauce substitute, in hot drinks, on ice cream, yogurt or in cooking See moreuse as a topping, instead of chocolate syrup, in hot drinks, in cooking. no added sugar. free from caffeine, gluten, lactose. 2 x 350 g bottle. rich in minerals, fibre and antioxidants. 100 organic Greek carob syrup from Crete.