cane sugar

American  

noun

1. sugar obtained from sugarcane, identical with that obtained from the sugar beet.

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cane sugar British  

noun

1. the sucrose obtained from sugar cane, which is identical to that obtained from sugar beet See also beet sugar

2. another name for sucrose

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Etymology

Origin of cane sugar

First recorded in 1850–55

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• beet sugar vs. cane sugar

Example Sentences

Coca-Cola last summer agreed to use real cane sugar in its drinks sold in the US.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

When boiled longer, it reduces into jaggery, a mineral-rich palm sugar with a lower glycaemic index than the commonly available white cane sugar.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Coca-Cola, for its part, confirmed this week that a new cane sugar version of Coke will launch in the U.S. this fall, citing product innovation and consumer preference.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2025

So the 37-year-old from California was surprised to learn last week that he stands with the president on at least one issue - Coke made with cane sugar is better.

From BBC • Jul. 23, 2025

For dessert, she brought out a dish of strawberries dusted with a little cane sugar.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk