Organic Dates - 1 lb box
Description
Each box contains 1 full lb. organic dates
Blonde Dates
In 1927, Floyd Shields, a trailblazer of the Coachella Valley date industry, created the blonde date by combining 2 different cultivars from his farm. Nearly one century later, Shields Date Farm still runs today in Indio, California. This variety, naturally drier than some, is similar in taste to jaggery, a sugar made from date palm sap; caramelized and mellow.
Honey Date
The Honey date variety originated from a seedling planted in California around 1916 and has been carried on from offshoots ever since. They are aptly named honey for a similar sticky, straight forward sweetness.
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Khasab
Named after a region in Oman from where they likely originated, Khasab are one of the oldest date varieties cultivated and generally enjoyed in the āRutabā stage when they are still red on the tree. In California, they are harvested when theyāve achieved their final deep black color. This rare, soft and silky date has notes of roasted chestnuts and molasses.
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Khadrawy
The Khadrawy, originally from Iraq, was imported and planted in both California and Arizona in the early 1900s. The dates in this box come from both the arid and exotic lands around Thermal, California. This chewy date is reminiscent of true root beer ingredients: sarsaparilla and anise. Not strong or offensive, just sweet and complex.
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Mini Medjool
Smaller than their well known counterpart, the mini packs rich molasses and spice in condensed form. Its firm, uniformity and single bite size make this one perfect for stuffing, wrapping and baking.Ā
FAQ
Can I replace the dates called for in my recipe with date syrup?
How much date syrup should I use to replace a date in my recipe?
Are your products gluten free?
YES! All of our products are completely gluten free!
Are your products vegan?
All of our products are vegan, with the exception of our seasonal fruitcake which does contain eggs.Ā
Do your products contain any of the common allergens?Ā
We do not process wheat or any other forms of gluten, dairy, peanuts or shellfish in our main processing kitchen. We do not process tree nutsĀ in our main processing kitchenĀ WITH EXCEPTION of coconut oil and coconut cream. Our seasonal fruitcake does contain pecansĀ and is processed in a separate kitchen from the rest of our products. Our suppliers conform to an allergen free facilityĀ or implement very rigorous standards in manufacturing that prevent cross-contamination ofĀ allergens.
Are your products kosher?
All of our products are certified kosher.
Who is your Kosher certifier?
Vaad HaKashruth of Kansas City ā http://www.vaadkc.org/
Are your products nut free?
We do useĀ coconut cream and coconut oilĀ in our facility. We also produceĀ Ā aĀ seasonal fruitcake which contains organic pecans. The fruitcake is made in a separate kitchen from the rest of our product line.
How can I use your products in recipes?
This really depends on the type of recipe. For certain items, such as baked goods, you might replace 1 cup of sugar with 3/4 cup Date Syrup and decrease any liquid called for in the recipe by 25%. Really, it just takes some experimenting. We always encourage folks to go to our RECIPES page to get an idea of how it can be used in recipes. We recommend using date sugar to replace the total amount of sugar called for in a recipe. However, since date sugar is made from the whole date and containsĀ fiber, it has a tendency to absorb liquid. We recommend you try decreasing the flour called for in your recipe by 25%. We always encourage folks to go to our recipe page to get an idea of how it can be used. You can also learn how to substitute dates in your recipes by reading this article.
I'm a retail store; who do I contact to sell your product in my store?
info@ilovedatelady.com
Do you sell your product in bulk or as an ingredient?
Yes! Check out our foodservice page for more information.
Why is the color of your original date syrup reddish?Ā
The color of date syrup is dependent on the variety of dates that are used and the process used to make it. There are hundreds of different varieties of dates grown in the world. Different countries tend to use different varieties for syrup and many countries use quite a lot of different varieties together to produce one syrup. TheĀ dates and process we use to produce our original syrup yieldsĀ a slight reddish tint. Most syrups you find in the US (with the exception of ours) use Medjool which provides a much darker syrup and more of a molasses flavor profile.Ā
Why is a date company located in Missouri?
We are a family-owned company born and bred in the beautiful Ozarks. At one time however, we lived in the Middle East and became addicted to the good things that flow from the date palm. Weāve been enjoying those things for years now and would pretty much think of ourselves the date aficionados this side of Cali.
It looks like the coconut date sauce I ordered has separated. What should I do?
We take pride in our products and make them with care, using no additives or preservatives. Because of this, it is normal for separation to sometimes occur. If this happens, just stir and enjoy! This product should be refrigerated after opening. Thank you so much for supporting our small business.Ā
What are the ingredients in your date syrup?
100% organic dates. No additives, no nothinā else.
Do you make the date syrup yourself?
Our date syrup is imported from our friends who have been making fruit syrup for over 100 years! (It's their jam! :)) We would absolutely love to make it all in the US, but there are some limitations involved. The United States produces less than 2% of the world's dates and because of this, theĀ date cultivar we use to give our syrup the caramel-y, luxurious texture has been hard to source for ingredient purposes. Even the California date farms often import dates to fulfill the demand. The good news is that thousands more acres of date palms have been planted in the US since we started in 2012 and those trees are now starting to bear fruit.
A majorityĀ of our products are bottled, labeled and packaged by our own team at our facility in Springfield, Missouri. Many of those products are made from scratch in our large kettles with super sized kitchen tools, and lots of love and muscle!Ā Have you triedĀ our chocolate spread, coconut date sauce, bbq and sweet chili sauce? All made by hand in our kitchen! Our seasonal fruitcake is madeĀ from scratch as well in a separate kitchen in our Missouri facility to keep our main processing room free of nuts.Ā
Do you ship internationally?
Sorry, weĀ do not currently ship internationally! But iHerb.com, which carries some of our products does!Ā
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From where are your dates sourced?
We currently source our dates from California, North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
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What kind of dates do you use in your syrup?
We use deglet noor dates in our syrup, making for a smooth, consistent, and richĀ flavor!Ā
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When can I expect my order to arrive?
Please allow 1-2 days for your order to be processed for shipping. We work hard to fulfill orders as quickly as possible. After the order is shipped out and received by the carrier we will update you with a tracking code so you can anticipate the arrival of your Date Lady products! We ship Date Lady products domestically, Monday-Friday. Shipping time is dependent on location.
What if IĀ have an issue with the product?
If for whatever reason you are unhappy with a Date Lady product or we got something wrong, email us at info@ilovedatelady.com and let us know. We will make it right. We are 100% dedicated to your satisfaction.
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Still have questions?
Ask us at info@ilovedatelady.comĀ Ā
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Contact Us
If you need to get a hold of us with any questions or concerns, please email us atĀ info@ilovedatelady.com or call the office at 417-414-2282.
We are located in the beautiful Ozark region of Southwest Missouri and are located at 900 W.Ā Commercial St. Springfield, Missouri 65803.
Refund and Return Policy
If for whatever reason you are unhappy with a Date Lady product or we got something wrong, email us at info@ilovedatelady.com and let us know! We will make it right.Ā WeĀ are 100% dedicated to your satisfaction.Ā
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