Rancrisp Burnt Cashew Nuts are a Sri Lankan snacking institution — a style of cashew that the Ja-Ela-based Rancrisp Cashew company has been producing since 1981, and one that the brand is widely credited with pioneering in the local market. The 'burnt' finish refers to a specific deep-roast process that takes the cashew well past the pale gold of a light roast, producing a dark, crunchy nut with a pronounced toasty character quite distinct from salted or raw cashews.
The cashews are sourced from farmers across Sri Lanka, inspected and graded before processing. Sugar and fat are among the declared ingredients, lending the finished nut a faint caramelised quality alongside the roast. The result sits somewhere between a savoury snack and a sweet one — firm enough to hold its own in a bowl at a table, yet compact enough to carry in a pocket.
The pack format most visible in product photography is a clear cellophane bag tied with a gold cord, which keeps the contents visible and the presentation tidy. The product is available in several pack sizes, from a compact 100 g through to larger formats, so it suits both a personal treat and a gift or gathering.
Rancrisp Cashew operates from its facility in Thudella, Ja-Ela, and holds ISO 22000, HACCP, and Good Manufacturing Practice certifications, all assessed and issued by the Sri Lanka Standards Institution. The company is also registered as an exporter with the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, and its products carry full Sri Lankan labelling including manufactured date, expiry date, and batch number.
These nuts travel well and keep their crunch. Whether you are browsing the range for something to take home as a souvenir or simply want a reliable, well-made Sri Lankan cashew snack to enjoy now, the Burnt Cashew is Rancrisp's signature — the product that started the brand's story more than four decades ago.
