Q&A for How to Eat a Sugar Cane

The fibers of the cane could make swallowing problematic. It could pass through your system no problem, but "splinters" are a risk. If you are concerned about being rude, consider having a paper cup with you, and spitting into that.

Some people have had success growing their own sugar cane from a stalk by placing the stalk horizontally in the ground. Note that sugar cane will typically only grow in very warm and temperate climates. Read more about this process from our wikiHow article on how to plant sugar cane .

Noble cane is a chewing cane that is especially sweet and moist.

It's still sugar. You just have to consume it in moderation.

You might have success "muddling" (crushing and grinding) the stalk in a bowl, and using the juice obtained from this.

Technically you're drinking it, as you're only consuming the juice. You should not eat the fibers.

Browning my indicate spoilage due to bruising or fungal and bacterial contamination. Having grown up with sugarcane and sorghum for syrup, I have seen this occur. The sugars are fermented into some organic compounds like isobutyraldehyde and butyraldehyde, among others. If it smells like wet grass, don't eat it.

Get rid of the sugar cane and purchase fresh ones. Make sure you are storing the sugar canes in a clean, spaced area inside a container or bag so that it doesn't attract other creatures.

Make sure the sugar cane is fresh and healthy, as it can otherwise be difficult to slice through. You'll also want to make sure you're using a large, sharp knife since breaking through the cane is difficult with a dull, small knife.

Yes, you can. You are welcome to dip your sugar cane pieces into anything you desire.