A cinnamon stick is a rolled piece of inner bark derived from the cinnamon tree. It's an aromatic culinary staple that brings sweet, warming flavor to any recipe. Measuring approximately 2 to 3 inches in length, cinnamon sticks are brown in color with a rough, woody texture. Their sweet-spiced scent is synonymous with comfort and indulgence. Cinnamon sticks are a fantastic ingredient to enhance cuisines, particularly desserts, hot beverages, and certain savory dishes. They also double as a garnish, adding not just flavor but visual appeal to your culinary creations. Boiling seasonings or simmering in liquids helps extract their flavor more optimally. Before serving, they are typically removed due to their hard, woody texture.

You can find cinnamon sticks in a grocery store in the spice aisle. They are usually located with other spices and baking ingredients. Sometimes, they can also be found in the organic or natural foods section if the store has one. Additionally, some stores may carry them in the bulk food section.