The pecan is one of the most precious nuts. It grows on impressive trees that can be up to 50 meters high and over 1000 years old. These giants belong to the walnut family and are now primarily found in North America. You can find other growing areas in South Africa, Israel and Australia.
Every pecan tree has male and female flowers - but not both at the same time. Therefore, it needs a second variety of pecan nearby to be pollinated. This is also the reason why two different types of pecan trees always grow on plantations.
The nuts themselves grow in clusters with up to 20 fruits per branch and are initially covered in a spiny, green shell. When ripe, the shell opens and the pecans fall to the ground, ready to be harvested. Its core has two halves and is visually reminiscent of the walnut, but its taste is milder, sweeter and even more aromatic.
Thanks to its fine, nutty, slightly sweet taste, the pecan is a real delicacy - and that's exactly why it's a highlight in our Kölln Muesli Nut & Brittle.
