Ingredients:

Asian pears, walnuts, milled brown rice, plums, honey.
Allergen statement: Contains tree nuts (walnuts). May contain an occasional shell or pit

Gluten Free

 

 

 

Description:

Asian pears should not be confused with their cousins, such as Bartlett, Comice or D’Anjou pears. One of the most unique bars to ever be produced, Noble Bar is proud to present the Kobukson Asian Pear bar. Asian Pears, which are very delicate fresh, turn a golden brown when dried. Their mellow yet distinct sweetness is highlighted in the bar. Our delicious Asian pear bar is baked with finely diced Asian Pears that are combined with sweet plums and creamy walnuts. Coarsely ground brown rice mixed with a touch of honey rounds out the ingredient list. Our top seller!

 

History Lesson:

"If we are willing to fight to the death, we shall live, and if not, we shall perish." -Admiral Yi Sun-sin, Korean Navy Admiral. Admiral Yi commanded the Korean Navy during the Joseon Dynasty of 1592. He is best known for defeating a Japanese naval force with his fleet of Kobukson, or “Turtle Ships.” These ships effectively employed cannons and armor and were the world’s first “ironclad” battleships. As a people, the Koreans have persevered in maintaining their cultural heritage and homeland despite numerous attacks from neighboring countries throughout the centuries. Admiral Yi and those who have given their life for their country epitomize the courageous Korean spirit. We honor their memory.

 

Did you know?

Pears are one of the world's oldest cultivated and beloved fruits. In 5,000 B.C., Feng Li, a Chinese diplomat, abandoned his responsibilities when he became consumed by grafting peaches, almonds, persimmons, pears and apples as a commercial venture. In The Odyssey, the Greek poet laureate Homer lauds pears as a "gift of the gods." Pomona, goddess of fruit, was a cherished member of the Roman Pantheon and Roman farmers documented extensive pear growing and grafting techniques. Thanks to their versatility and long storage life, pears were a valuable and much-desired commodity among the trading routes of the ancient world.

Source: Pear Bureau Northwest