{"product_id":"bitter-kola-garcinia-kola-traditional-african-kola-nut-2oz","title":"Bitter Kola (Garcinia Kola) – Traditional African Kola Nut, 2oz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitter kola\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGarcinia kola\u003c\/em\u003e) is a traditional West and Central African nut known for its bold, naturally bitter taste. Whole bitter kola nuts are a pantry staple in many Nigerian, Ghanaian, Cameroonian and Congolese homes, shared with guests, chewed after meals, and used in cultural ceremonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy shoppers choose our bitter kola\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic whole nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e imported from West Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e, firm texture, with nothing added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuy 1, 2, 5 or 10 packs\u003c\/strong\u003e and save more with every bundle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips in about 2 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e across the U.S., or pick up at our Chicago store\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to eat bitter kola\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the nut and peel off the thin brown outer skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBite off a small piece and chew slowly. The bitterness is strong at first and softens as you chew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany people enjoy it on its own, after a meal, or alongside kola nut when welcoming guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBitter kola vs. kola nut: what's the difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're often confused, but they are different plants. \u003cstrong\u003eBitter kola\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGarcinia kola\u003c\/em\u003e) is small, brown and intensely bitter. \u003cstrong\u003eKola nut\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCola nitida\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eCola acuminata\u003c\/em\u003e) is larger, pink, red or white, has a milder bitter-sweet taste, and naturally contains caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the nuts in a cool, dry place in a sealed bag. Refrigerate to keep them fresh longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does bitter kola taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrongly bitter at first, with a slightly astringent, woody finish. It's an acquired taste that many people grew up with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is bitter kola from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGarcinia kola\u003c\/em\u003e grows in the rainforests of West and Central Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon and the DR Congo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs bitter kola the same as \"orogbo\"?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It's called \u003cem\u003eorogbo\u003c\/em\u003e in Yoruba, \u003cem\u003eakuilu\u003c\/em\u003e in Igbo and \u003cem\u003enamijin goro\u003c\/em\u003e in Hausa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe to eat bitter kola?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBitter kola is a traditional food eaten in small amounts. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take medication or have a health condition, check with your healthcare provider before eating it regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I buy bitter kola near me in Chicago?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Pick it up at Yado African \u0026amp; Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60617, or order online for U.S. shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yado African \u0026 Caribbean Market","offers":[{"title":"1 × 2oz pack","offer_id":50526179950784,"sku":"xjz1792285833002","price":3.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 × 2oz packs (Save 2%)","offer_id":50526179983552,"sku":"btd1792285833003","price":6.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 × 2oz packs (Save 4%)","offer_id":50526180016320,"sku":"cot1792285833004","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 × 2oz packs (Save 6%)","offer_id":50526180049088,"sku":"vir1792285833005","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/8790\/2400\/files\/bitter-kola-garcinia-kola-traditional-african-kola-nut-2oz_1.jpg?v=1792285838","url":"https:\/\/getchicus.shop\/products\/bitter-kola-garcinia-kola-traditional-african-kola-nut-2oz","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}