Originally Posted by sandpat
Hey Pretty...being the choco-holic that I am...this got my attention ...quickly :oops: but...I got stuck on this..
what is muscovado sugar and what is golden caster sugar?
Hi Sandpat, hope this explains:
Caster sugar is a fine grind of sugar which is used by bartenders and bakers, among others, for its quick dissolving properties. It is also sometimes seen spelled as castor sugar, and it may be labelled as “superfine sugar” as well. Golden caster sugar is the unrefined version, is made from unrefined sugar. Has a light brown colour and a very subtle buttery toffee taste. If you can’t find golden, ordinary (white) caster sugar is fine.
Muscavado sugar: A British specialty brown sugar, it is very dark brown and has a strong molasses flavor. Light brown muscovado sugar is also available. Muscovado sugar crystals are slightly coarser and stickier in texture than regular brown sugar. Light and dark brown muscovado sugars contain molasses; the darker the color is, the more molasses and thus a stronger the flavor. Good quality brown sugar can be used instead.