Rais’n Cane

Take a weekend afternoon drive out to Rosebank Farms this fall/winter for a taste of Sidi Limehouse’s molasses. From stalk to jar he does it all.
Sugar Cane became a valuable Carolina export after it was introduced from the Carribean. It thrives in the subtropical climate of coastal SC and became an imp ortant part of southern culture.
Sidi’s methods of milling and pressing is done in the way of days gone by. In late November, when mature stalks reach 8 feet high and peak sweetness, Sidi harvests and transports his cane to the molasses mill at Rosebank Farms. Using three mules, an 80 gallon pot and a cast iron mill dating back to the 1700’s, he begins the arduous process of squeezing juice from the cane. From there, he slowly cooks the juice down to a syrup, monitoring the color as it darkens. You can see this process, hear the history and purchase Sidi’s products at the 5th annual Lowcountry Fall Festival at Rosebank Farms. November 14 from 10 am – 3 pm.