Latin Name: Agave americana
Form: Powder
Product description:Agave extract, also known as agave nectar or agave syrup, is a sweetener extracted from the heart of the agave plant, called the pina. Although there are several species of agave used for agave nectar production, the blue agave plant is the most common because of its sweetness. Agave nectar is often used among the health conscious because it is a low glycemic index food and it is sweeter than sugar. It can be substituted for honey and sugar in recipes and beverages.