Marayoor Jaggery (Marayoor Sharkara)

Marayoor Jaggery (Marayoor sharkara) is produced from the sugarcane cultivated in Marayoor and Kanthalloorin Idukki district, Kerala. It locally called as “Marayoor Sharkara”. The sweet and natural water, loamy soil and cool tropical climate make Marayoor Sharkara made from the sweetest sugarcanes grown in Marayoor, tastier than those produced in other regions. Its taste is very unique compared to others. Jaggery Marayoor Jaggery is non-salty in taste and is produced without the addition of harmful chemicals, and is superior in quality. It is believed that Marayoor Jaggery has medicinal properties. This jaggery is used in the preparation of many ayurvedic medicines. Famous ayurveda medicine manufacturers in Kerala like Oushadi and Nagarjuna takes this Jaggery for the preparation of Ayurveda medicines. It is also used for the preparation of unique sweet dishes in temples in Kerala. Another specialty of this jaggery is that it is made in the farm itself in a traditional manner based on traditional knowledge.