What are the benefits of Ceylon cinnamon over Chinese cinnamon?
They both have a similar flavour but Ceylon cinnamon but your right that it can be slightly sweeter. It also has a different texture (more crumbly) which you may prefer for use in recipes. Chinese cinnamon does have a stronger flavour but some people actually prefer this so it's really just a matter of taste so it's difficult to say whether it's 'worth it'. It can be difficult to get hold of hence it being so expensive. If you're a huge cinnamon fan perhaps purchase yourself a small amount so that you can compare?