Amarula Cream | Marula Fruit
The marula fruit is believed to have been the nutritional mainstay of people living in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia in ancient times.
It is a small egg-shaped fruit, which ripens to a pale yellow colour and can be harvested from the ground between January and March.
The marula fruit pulp is high in Vitamin C and forms the delicious base for many jams, jellies and ciders. But it is most famous for capturing the true spirit of Africa in the smooth and indulgent Amarula Cream.
The marula peel is believed to have over 27 different flavours and contains ten newly isolated volatile esters that could ultimately be extracted for use in aromatherapy, homeopathic medicines and essential oils. And although the marula is seasonal, it can be processed into large volumes of pulp and frozen for up to a year.
