Do all vanilla beans have the same flavor?
A2: No. There are varying factors that affect the flavor of a vanilla bean. The first depends on the species, Planifolia (Bourbon) or Tahitensis (Tahitian). The second is the country of origin of the vanilla, and even the specific area or altitude where grown. The third is the maturity of the beans when picked. The fourth is how the beans are steeped and cured. For vanilla extract, the extraction method used will also influence the final flavor profile. Just like a fine wine or cigar, vanilla also has its unique flavor profile. We sell beans from our own organically controlled plantations in Papua New Guinea, which we believe to be the best in the world!
