Kithul Jaggery is a traditional Sri Lankan sweetener crafted from the pure sap of the Fishtail Palm (Caryota urens). Unlike refined white sugar, it is minimally processed, preserving a rich profile of vitamins and minerals. The sap is harvested by traditional tappers and boiled down over an open wood fire until it thickens and solidifies into its iconic half-sphere shape (traditionally molded in coconut shells).

• Flavor Profile: Deep, smoky, and floral with complex caramel and woody notes.
• Texture: Firm yet melting; ranges from "rock-like" (iti hakuru) to soft and easily soluble (madol hakuru).
• Appearance: Typically dark golden to deep brown, sold in halves or "slabs.