Blackstrap Molasses is the highly-concentrated, final by-product of the refined sugar manufacturing process. As the sugar crystallizes, the residual cane juice thickens into a dark mass and is separated out through a centrifuge. The resulting molasses is very dark with a robust, somewhat bitter flavour. Like the fancy molasses, it is a pure product and contains no added sulphates or sulphites. Uses: Blackstrap molasses is often used as a natural colouring agent in foods (in place of artificial caramel colour). Some prefer the more robust flavour of blackstrap molasses when preparing foods like baked beans or gingerbread.
