Single-Origin Ceylon Spices, Sourced at Origin, Sold Without Compromise
WeeSpice exists because most cinnamon sold in the United States is not what it claims to be. We are Shomari Weedor and Yasiru Udara — and we built a direct supply chain from Sri Lankan farms to American kitchens so that every jar traces back to its source.
Two Species Sold Under One Name
Walk into a grocery store in Philadelphia, Denver, or Austin and pick up a jar labeled “cinnamon.” In nearly every case, what you are holding is Cinnamomum cassia — a bark with a sharper bite and up to 250 times more coumarin than its Sri Lankan counterpart. The label does not tell you this. The FDA does not require it.
True cinnamon — Cinnamomum verum — is a different species entirely. It grows primarily in Sri Lanka’s southern wet zone, where it has been cultivated for centuries. Its bark is thinner, its flavor is more delicate, and its coumarin content is a fraction of cassia’s. Yet it accounts for roughly 36.7% of the global cinnamon market, while cassia dominates supermarket shelves because it is cheaper to produce and easier to source in bulk.
That gap between what consumers think they are buying and what they are actually getting is why WeeSpice exists.
Real Ceylon Cinnamon
- Real Ceylon Cinnamon (Alba)
- Thin. Smooth. Multiple soft layers.
- Zero bitterness. Sweet aroma.
- World’s top 1% harvest.
Cassia (Fake Cinnamon)
- Thick. Hard. One heavy layer.
- Bitter taste.
- High coumarin (not for daily use)
- Not real Sri Lankan cinnamon.
A Gift Package from Sri Lanka Changed the Plan
In 2023, Shomari Weedor received a package from his friend Yasiru Udara in Sri Lanka. Inside was a box of Ceylon tea and a roll of true Ceylon cinnamon quills. The difference from anything available in local stores was immediate — the aroma was lighter, the flavor was naturally sweet, and the bark itself was paper-thin, nothing like the thick, woody sticks sold as “cinnamon” in the United States.
That single package exposed a supply chain problem. American households were spending money on a product most had never actually tasted in its authentic form. The labeling was vague. The sourcing was opaque. And the genuine article — Cinnamomum verum from Sri Lanka — was largely absent from everyday shelves.
Shomari saw a market need. Yasiru had direct access to growers and generations of knowledge about Sri Lankan spice cultivation. Together, they spent 2024 building the partnerships, quality controls, and logistics to bring true Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lankan farms to U.S. customers with full traceability. WeeSpice launched in 2025.
Built by Two People with Different Expertise
WeeSpice is not a white-label operation. It is a partnership between someone who understands the U.S. consumer market and someone who grew up inside Sri Lanka’s spice trade. That combination — market access on one side, origin expertise on the other — is what allows us to control quality from harvest to delivery.
Based in the United States, Shomari leads market development, brand strategy, and distribution. His focus is building direct access for authentic origin products in a market where most consumers have limited visibility into what they are actually buying.
Born and raised in Sri Lanka, Yasiru manages grower relationships, quality selection, and origin-side operations. Growing up surrounded by the country’s spice heritage — cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, cardamom — gave him first-hand knowledge of cultivation methods, seasonal harvest cycles, and grade assessment that cannot be learned remotely.
Bring True Ceylon Cinnamon and Spices to American Kitchens
WeeSpice exists to close the gap between what American consumers expect when they buy cinnamon and what they actually receive. We source exclusively from Sri Lanka — the only country whose cinnamon carries the “Ceylon” designation by origin — and we sell directly, with clear labeling that identifies the species (Cinnamomum verum), the grade, and the source region.
Our goal is not to be the largest spice brand. It is to be the most transparent one. Every product we sell can be traced to its origin. Every claim we make can be verified. If we cannot confirm it, we do not print it.
Three Things That Define Every WeeSpice Product
Species Identification, Not Marketing Labels
Every WeeSpice cinnamon product is Cinnamomum verum — true Ceylon cinnamon. We state the botanical species on every label because “cinnamon” alone is not specific enough. Cassia and Ceylon come from different trees, contain different levels of coumarin (approximately 0.004% vs. 0.4–0.8%), and behave differently in cooking. You should know which one you are buying.
Direct Origin Sourcing, Not Multi-Layer Trading
We do not buy from brokers or importers who aggregate cinnamon from multiple countries and warehouses. We work directly with selected Sri Lankan growers and processors. This removes the layers where quality degrades: long warehouse storage, bulk blending, and loss of traceability. When a product leaves Sri Lanka, we know who grew it and when it was harvested.
Small-Batch Packing for Aroma Retention
Ceylon cinnamon’s defining quality is its volatile oil profile — the compounds responsible for aroma and flavor. These degrade with air exposure, heat, and time. We pack in small batches at origin and ship directly to our U.S. distribution point in Bristol, Pennsylvania, to minimize the time between packing and delivery. The difference is noticeable in the first jar you open.
Principles We Run the Business By
Authentic Origin
No cross-origin blending. No relabeling Indian or Vietnamese cassia as “Ceylon.” Every product identifies Cinnamomum verum as the species and Sri Lanka as the source. If the origin changes, the label changes.
Quality Over Volume
We prioritize aroma consistency, grade accuracy, and appearance integrity over high-volume output. Each batch is visually inspected and assessed for aroma before distribution. Products that do not meet our standard do not ship.
Transparent Claims
We do not make health claims. We do not use the word “organic” unless certified. We do not say “best” without qualification. Our production partners operate under GMP, HACCP, and ISO 22000 standards — and we name those standards rather than hiding behind vague language.
Long-Term Partnerships
We build ongoing relationships with growers, not one-time purchase orders. Structured agreements, predictable demand planning, and direct feedback loops create stability for producers and consistency for customers.
Respect for Heritage
Ceylon cinnamon has been cultivated in Sri Lanka for centuries. The hand-peeling technique used to create quills is a skilled craft passed between generations. We work with producers who maintain these traditional methods because they produce a measurably superior product — and because the craft itself has value worth preserving.
From Concept to Kitchen
Initial concept formed after Shomari received authentic Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lanka and recognized the gap in the U.S. market — most households had never experienced the genuine species.
Shomari and Yasiru established direct sourcing partnerships with selected Sri Lankan growers. Built quality control protocols, tested logistics routes, and developed the WeeSpice brand identity.
Launched WeeSpice in the U.S. market. First products: Alba grade Ceylon cinnamon quills and Ceylon cinnamon powder. Began expanding the range to include single-origin Sri Lankan black pepper, cloves, and cardamom.
Building the educational content library, activating local market presence in the Philadelphia metro area from our Bristol, PA dispatch location, and growing our customer review base.
“The cinnamon is the best I’ve ever tried. My order arrived very quickly, and I’m grateful for the fast shipping. I love how the spices were packaged — it was secure and aesthetically pleasing. So far, I’ve tried the Ceylon cinnamon powder, and the quality is excellent. I can’t wait to try more of your products.”
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