Ideal for its low glycemic index, coconut sugar can replace sugar, agave syrup or natural sweeteners in hot drinks, pastries, dairy products and cocktails.

Compared to granulated sugar and high-fructose corn syrup, coconut sugar has higher levels of iron, zinc, and calcium and contains trace amounts of phytonutrients and antioxidants, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanidin.