Est. 1941. Our arrowroot can be used to create exceptionally smooth sauces, with its thickening power. www.spiceislands.com. Unlike spices, arrowroot isn’t prized for its taste or aroma. It’s prized for its lack of taste or aroma. Primarily used as a thickener, arrowroot blends seamlessly into any dish, from sauces to glazes. And is often considered a better thickener than corn starch or flour. It’s also gluten-free and Kosher; Spice Islands arrowroot is not made from cassava roots (a tapioca starch). It is completely authentic, harvested from the roots of the Maranta arundinacea plant.; We search the world for spices and herbs of the highest quality. Then we craft and package them to deliver the most authentic and intense flavor possible. That’s why home chefs who have a taste for flavor adventure and everyday cooks who just want better tasting meals fill their pantries with Spice Islands.; To update your favorite recipes with arrowroot, use 2 tsp for every 1 1/2 tsp. of corn starch or 1 Tbsp. of flour. Our Arrowroot is only arrowroot. Spice Islands spices and herbs don’t contain added sugar, fillers or other ingredients so you get the most authentic flavor every time.