Nolen gur is the flavour of winter — the date palm produces sap only when temperatures go down to 14°Celsius. Yet people start expecting nolen gur delicacies with the first chill wind. “Customers start asking for nolen gur sweets from mid-November,” says Madhuri Modak, managing director of Jalbhara Surjya Kumar Modak in Chandernagore. What is Nolen Gur? A Deep Dive into the Sweet World of Bengali Jaggery Origins and Cultural Significance of Nolen Gur Nolen Gur, also known as new jaggery, is a winter delicacy made from the fresh sap of the date palm tree (Khejur) in Bengal. This treasured ingredient appears only during the winter months—from November to February—and carries with it the nostalgia, warmth, and deep-rooted traditions of Bengali households. Celebrated during Poush Parbon (Makar Sankranti) and other ... Nolen Gur, often referred to as “date palm jaggery” or “date palm sugar,” is a cherished sweetener made from the sap of the date palm tree (Phoenix dactylifera). During the winter months, it’s particularly popular in Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Bihar, adding a unique richness to both sweet ... In the heart of a Bengali winter, the arrival of Nolen Gur aka date palm jaggery marks a season of sweetness. This delicacy is an integral part of Sankranti celebrations in West Bengal, where ...
