Raw Organic Agave Nectar

Agave nectar is a natural sweetener extracted from the core of the agave plant, which is native to Mexico and the American Southwest. The plant's sap is filtered and heated to break down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars, primarily fructose and glucose. "Raw" typically indicates minimal heat processing, while "organic" means it meets specific organic farming and processing standards.

Manufacturers add agave nectar primarily as a sweetener in a variety of food products. It is often used as an alternative to sugar due to its high sweetness and perceived natural origin. It can be found in products like chocolate, cakes, jams, and other desserts.

Agave nectar is considered Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a general purpose sweetener. As an added sugar, the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams per meal. Agave nectar is very high in fructose, and while it has a lower glycemic index than table sugar, excessive intake of fructose from any source can have metabolic implications. JECFA has evaluated the individual sugars (fructose and glucose) that make up agave nectar.