Question 1

Who is the company behind In The Raw®

Accepted Answer

In The Raw® is a family-owned company that has been making sweeteners for over 50 years. We’ve spent decades with our heads down, passionately perfecting what we do, to deliver the best products made from the most authentically sourced ingredients in the world. We know that great taste comes with 50+ years of experience.

Question 2

Where can I find In The Raw® products?

Accepted Answer

Our sugar & sweeteners can be found in most retailers and online. Head over to our Shop page to find a store near you or buy online through our website.

Question 3

Why is the brand called "In The Raw"?

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We pride ourselves on being upholders of authenticity- we’re here to bring you ingredients from the source, to the table, to your taste buds.

Question 4

Does In The Raw® use chemicals in any of their products?

Accepted Answer

No, you’ll never find any added preservatives, flavors or chemicals. Just the good stuff!

Question 5

Are In The Raw® products Kosher Certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All of our In The Raw® sugars & sweeteners exhibit the Kosher PARVE stamp.

Question 6

Are In The Raw® products vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All In The Raw® products with the exception of Honey In The Raw® are certified Vegan by Vegan Action and are appropriate for vegan diets. No animal by-products or animal bone char are used in the manufacturing of In The Raw® products.

Question 7

Are In The Raw® products allergen free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our In The Raw products are free of the major 9 allergens. Some of our products are produced in a facility that also manufactures products that may contain major allergens. Please be sure to check the ingredient statement on each product as all allergens will always be declared.

Question 8

What is Sugar In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw® is our premium turbinado cane sugar that captures the authentic taste of the tropics. After 50+ years, no wonder it’s still #1.

Question 9

How is Sugar In The Raw® sourced?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw® is sourced from Colombia and Mauritius, where the tropical sun meets rich, fertile soil and cool mountain waters. There are only a few precious places in the world where all the conditions are perfect for nature’s own sweetener.

Question 10

How can I use Sugar In The Raw®

Accepted Answer

Add our little brown packet of Sugar In The Raw® to your coffee, tea, cappuccino or latte, sprinkle over cereal or fruit too! Use our Sugar In The Raw box or baking bag for whipping up delicious baked treats or for glazes and sauces. Try our liquid cane sugar as your perfect sweetener for any beverage, or our easily dissolvable cubes for the perfect crunch.

Question 11

What makes Sugar In The Raw® different than other turbinado products?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw® keeps its natural molasses flavor during processing that results in golden, crunchy crystals. In contrast, some commercial brown sugars are made by adding coloring and flavor back to refined white sugar.

Question 12

What are the benefits of Sugar In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw® is an all-natural, authentically sourced sugar. Its golden crunchy crystals are never bleached, giving you the perfect rich flavor.

Question 13

Is Sugar In The Raw® Non-GMO Project Verified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw® is Non-GMO Project Verified.

Question 14

Is Sugar In The Raw® safe for people with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw® does not contain gluten, but our 24oz bag is produced in a facility that also produces products that may contain wheat/gluten.

Question 15

Is Sugar In The Raw® kosher certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw® is both certified kosher by the Orthodox Union of America and exhibits the PARVE stamp.

Question 16

Is Sugar In The Raw® vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sugar In The Raw® is appropriate for vegan diets and is certified vegan by Vegan Action. No animal by-products or animal bone char are used in the manufacturing of Sugar In The Raw®.

Question 17

Does Sugar In The Raw® contain any allergens?

Accepted Answer

No. All of our products are free from the major 9 allergens. However, our 24 oz. Sugar In The Raw® is produced in a facility that also produces products that may contain wheat/gluten, fish, peanuts, soybeans, dairy, sesame and tree nuts. Our Sugar In The Raw® liquid is produced in a facility that also produces products that may contain soybeans, sulfites, and sesame. Please be sure to check the ingredient statement on each product as all allergens will always be declared.

Question 18

What is Sugar In The Raw Organic White®?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is our premium organic white sugar that acts as a natural replacement for regular sugar. Its natural white colored crystals are never bleached.

Question 19

Where is Sugar In The Raw Organic White® sourced?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is sourced from Brazil.

Question 20

How can I use Sugar In The Raw Organic White®?

Accepted Answer

Add our Sugar In The Raw Organic White® to your coffee, tea, cappuccino or latte, sprinkle over cereal or fruit too! Use it for whipping up delicious baked treats and for glazes and sauces in cooking.

Question 21

What's the difference between Sugar In The Raw Organic White® & refined white sugar?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is crystallized from the sugar cane juice, washed with water to remove molasses, and dried. This certified organic process leaves a small amount of natural molasses in the product, giving it its slight coloration and delicate flavor. Regular refined white sugar, however, is further processed to remove all color.

Question 22

What are the benefits of Sugar In The Raw Organic White®?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is an all-natural, authentically sourced premium organic white sugar. Its natural white crystals are never bleached, giving you the perfect rich flavor. Use Sugar In The Raw Organic White® as an organic replacement for conventional refined white sugar.

Question 23

Is Sugar In The Raw Organic White® Non-GMO Project Verified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is Non-GMO Project Verified.

Question 24

Is Sugar In The Raw Organic White® safe for people with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is safe for people with celiac disease. It contains no gluten nor does it come into contact with glutenous products, such as wheat, during manufacturing.

Question 25

Is Sugar In The Raw Organic White® kosher certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is both certified kosher by the Orthodox Union of America and exhibits the PARVE stamp.

Question 26

Is Sugar In The Raw Organic White® vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sugar In The Raw Organic White® is appropriate for vegan diets and is certified vegan by Vegan Action. No animal by-products or animal bone char are used in the manufacturing of Sugar In The Raw Organic White®.

Question 27

Does Sugar In The Raw Organic White® contain any allergens?

Accepted Answer

No. Sugar In the Raw Organic White® is free from the major 9 allergens including milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, sesame, and soybeans. Please be sure to check the ingredient statement on each product as all allergens will always be declared.

Question 28

What is Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar?

Accepted Answer

Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar is a sweetener made from the sap of the coconut palm inflorescence. The result is a golden brown, unrefined sugar.

Question 29

How is Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar different from regular sugar?

Accepted Answer

Unlike refined white sugar, coconut sugar contains trace amounts of minerals like iron, calcium, and potassium. It also has a lower glycemic index (GI) compared to regular sugar.

Question 30

Does Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar taste like coconut?

Accepted Answer

No, coconut sugar does not taste like coconut. It has a mild caramel-like flavor, similar to brown sugar, making it a great alternative in baking and cooking.

Question 31

Can I use Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar in baking?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Coconut sugar can replace white or brown sugar in many recipes at a 1:1 ratio. It works well in cookies, cakes, and sauces, however it can caramelize faster than regular sugar, so keep an eye on baked goods to prevent them from over-browning.

Question 32

Is Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar Non-GMO Project Verified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar is Non-GMO Project Verified.

Question 33

Is Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar safe for people with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar is safe for people with celiac disease. It contains no gluten nor does it come into contact with glutenous products, such as wheat, during manufacturing.

Question 34

Is Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar  kosher certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar is both certified kosher by the Orthodox Union of America and exhibits the PARVE stamp.

Question 35

Is Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar is appropriate for vegan diets and is certified vegan by Vegan Action.

Question 36

Does Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar contain any allergens?

Accepted Answer

No. Sugar In The Raw® Organic Coconut Sugar is free from the major 9 allergens including milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, sesame, and soybeans. Please be sure to check the ingredient statement on each product as all allergens will always be declared.

Question 37

What is Stevia In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Stevia In The Raw® is a zero–calorie* plant based sweetener made from the sweet leaves of the Stevia plant. There are no added flavors, ever.

Question 38

How is Stevia In The Raw® sourced?

Accepted Answer

Stevia In The Raw® extract is sourced from the sweet leaves of the Stevia plant, Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni. The Stevia plant leaves are steeped in hot water to extract the sweetness and then undergo a process to separate, filter and purify the extract into a sweetener for our blend. The Stevia plant is native to South America and has been used indigenously as a sweetener for over 400 years. Stevia is now grown and harvested all over the world.

Question 39

What makes Stevia In The Raw® different than other stevia products?

Accepted Answer

Stevia In The Raw® derives virtually all its sweetness from Stevia Leaf Extract, whereas some of the other stevia-based products contain added flavors. Our Stevia In The Raw® never uses artificial or added flavors, ever. The high purity level of our Stevia Leaf Extract eliminates the aftertaste found in some less pure Stevia products currently in the market.

Question 40

Why do you use a blend instead of just one ingredient?

Accepted Answer

Stevia Leaf Extract is 300-400 times sweeter than cane sugar. We blend it with plant based ingredients like Dextrose and Maltodextrin so that it is perfectly sweet and measurable, just like sugar.

Question 41

What are the benefits of Stevia In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Stevia In The Raw® contains zero calories and is made from plant based ingredients. It is a perfect sugar substitute for those wishing to replace sugar with an alternative sweetener. It is suitable for diabetics and is gluten-free, vegan, and kosher certified.

Question 42

Does Stevia In The Raw® include any added flavors?

Accepted Answer

No. Stevia In The Raw® does not contain any added flavors or preservatives.

Question 43

Does Stevia In The Raw® contain erythritol?

Accepted Answer

No, none of our packet, bulk or tablet products contain erythritol.

Question 44

How can I use Stevia In The Raw® Packets?

Accepted Answer

Add Stevia In The Raw® packets to all of your favorite recipes and treats! One packet of Stevia In The Raw® has the sweetness equivalence of two teaspoons of table sugar. Pour a packet into your coffee, tea, cappuccino, or latte or sprinkle it over your favorite cereal or fruit.

Question 45

What is Dextrose and why is it used in Stevia In The Raw® packets?

Accepted Answer

Dextrose is a plant based carbohydrate derived from corn. Our Stevia In The Raw® packets contain Dextrose because it is used to dilute the very potent Stevia Leaf Extract to make it measurable for consumers; Dextrose does not alter the sweet flavor of Stevia In The Raw®.

Question 46

How can I use Stevia In The Raw® Baking Bag?

Accepted Answer

Stevia In The Raw® Baking Bag makes it easy to replace the sweetness of sugar with the sweetness of Stevia by using the same measured volume. One cup of Stevia In The Raw® is as sweet as one cup of sugar.

In recipes for sweetened sauces and beverages, all the sugar can be replaced with Stevia In The Raw®. However, recipes for most baked goods require sugar for proper volume and texture. For best results, experiment by substituting half the amount of sugar in a recipe with the sweetening equivalence of Stevia In The Raw®. Stevia In The Raw® is heat stable, so it is perfect for use in cooking and baking.

Question 47

What is Maltodextrin and why is it used in Stevia In The Raw® Baking Bag?

Accepted Answer

Maltodextrin is a plant based carbohydrate derived from corn. Our Stevia In The Raw® Baking Bag contains Maltodextrin because it is used to dilute the very potent Stevia Leaf Extract to make it measurable for consumers in “cup-for-cup” sweetening equivalency as a sugar replacement; it does not alter the sweet flavor of Stevia In The Raw®.

Question 48

Is Stevia In The Raw® safe for people with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Stevia In The Raw® is safe for people with celiac disease. It contains no gluten nor does it come into contact with glutenous products, such as wheat, during manufacturing.

Question 49

Is Stevia In The Raw® suitable for people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Stevia In The Raw® can easily be incorporated into the diets of people with diabetes. Each serving of Stevia In The Raw® of contains less than one gram of carbohydrates and may be used in conjunction with food programs for people with diabetes as well as with guidelines for people with diabetes who use carbohydrate counting. People with diabetes are advised to check with their registered dietitian or physician to determine if Stevia In The Raw® is suitable for their diet.

Question 50

Is Stevia In The Raw® kosher certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Stevia In The Raw® is both certified kosher by the Orthodox Union of America and exhibits the PARVE stamp.

Question 51

Is Stevia In The Raw® vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Stevia In The Raw® is appropriate for vegan diets and is certified vegan by Vegan Action. No animal by-products or animal bone char are used in the manufacturing of Stevia In The Raw®.

Question 52

Does Stevia In The Raw® contain any allergens?

Accepted Answer

No. Stevia In the Raw® is free from the major 9 allergens including milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, sesame, and soybeans. Please be sure to check the ingredient statement on each product as all allergens will always be declared.

Question 53

What is Organic Stevia In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Organic Stevia In The Raw® is a plant based sweetener that combines Stevia Leaf Extract and Organic Cane Sugar. The Stevia is extracted from the sweet leaves of the Stevia plant to create a sweetener that is 300 to 400 times sweeter than Cane Sugar. Because the Stevia Leaf Extract is so pure and sweet, we blend it with our Organic Cane Sugar so that is can be conveniently measured, poured and used as a substitute for sugar.

Question 54

How is Organic Stevia In The Raw® sourced?

Accepted Answer

Organic Stevia In The Raw® is sourced from the sweet leaves of the Stevia plant, Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni. The Stevia plant leaves are steeped in hot water to extract the sweetness and then undergo a process to separate, filter and purify the extract into a sweetener. We then combine the Stevia Leaf Extract with Organic Cane Sugar for the perfect measurable blend. The Stevia plant is native to South America and has been used indigenously as a sweetener for over 400 years. Stevia is now grown and harvested all over the world.

Question 55

How can I use Organic Stevia In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Add Organic Stevia In The Raw® to all of your favorite recipes and treats! One packet of Organic Stevia In The Raw® has the sweetness equivalence of two teaspoons of table sugar. Add our packets to your coffee, tea, cappuccino, and latte or sprinkle it over your favorite cereal and fruit!

Question 56

Why is Organic Cane Sugar added to Organic Stevia In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Pure Stevia Leaf Extract is naturally 300-400x sweeter than sugar. We add organic cane sugar to our Organic Stevia In The Raw® to dilute the very potent Stevia Leaf Extract and make our sweetener measureable. In Organic Stevia In The Raw®, we chose to blend our Organic Stevia with Organic Cane Sugar to create the perfect balance of sweetness and a delicious taste, at only 3 calories per packet, which the FDA considers dietetically zero.

Question 57

Does Organic Stevia In The Raw® include any added flavors?

Accepted Answer

No. Organic Stevia In The Raw® does not contain any added flavors or preservatives.

Question 58

What makes Organic Stevia In The Raw® different than other Organic Stevia products?

Accepted Answer

Organic Stevia In The Raw® derives virtually all its sweetness from Stevia Leaf Extract and Organic Cane Sugar, whereas some of the other Stevia-based products contain added flavors. Our Stevia In The Raw® never uses artificial or added flavors, ever. The high purity level of our Stevia Leaf Extract eliminates the aftertaste found in some less pure stevia products currently in the market.

Question 59

What are the benefits of Organic Stevia In The Raw®?

Accepted Answer

Organic Stevia In The Raw® contains zero calories and is made from plant based ingredients. It is a perfect sugar substitute for any beverage or recipe! It is gluten-free, vegan, and kosher certified.

Question 60

Does Organic Stevia In The Raw® contain erythritol?

Accepted Answer

No, our packets do not contain erythritol.

Question 61

Is Organic Stevia In The Raw® Non-GMO Project Verified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Organic Stevia In The Raw® is Non-GMO Project Verified.

Question 62

Is Organic Stevia In The Raw® safe for people with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Organic Stevia In The Raw® is safe for people with celiac disease. It contains no gluten nor does it come into contact with glutenous products, such as wheat, during manufacturing.

Question 63

Is Organic Stevia In The Raw® suitable for people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Each packet of Organic Stevia In The Raw® contains a very small amount (about 0.75g) of Organic Cane Sugar. The American Diabetes Association advises individuals with diabetes that consumption of small amounts of carbohydrates are acceptable when consumed with a meal and are part of a healthy diet. While most health professionals regard the consumption of sugar substitutes as suitable for diabetics we recommend that individuals with diabetes consult their physicians or health professionals to determine if Organic Stevia In The Raw® can be part of their diet.

Question 64

Is Organic Stevia In The Raw® kosher certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Organic Stevia In The Raw® is both certified kosher by the Orthodox Union of America and exhibits the PARVE stamp.

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