Wholesome Sweeteners premium organic agave is a natural sweetener extracted from the heart of the agave plant. Agave is a low glycemic index (GI) sweetener, so it is slowly absorbed into the body preventing spikes in blood sugar. It is 25% sweeter than sugar, so you need less, and it has been consumed by ancient civilizations for over 5,000 years. The sweet mild taste is perfect for sweetening beverages, baking, and as a multipurpose sweetener. Use wherever you would use table sugar.