Cinnamon is the dried bark of trees belonging cultivated varieties of cinnamon burmanni Nees Blume. Badia Spices Cinnamon sticks are aromatic, warm and sweeter than conventional cinnamon. Once ground, the reddish-brown spice produces a sweet, pungent, woody flavor and aroma. Also, it is Kosher, gluten free, Halal, and MSG free.