Tahitian (Tahitensis) Vanilla Beans (Indonesia)

Tahitian vanilla beans from Indonesia are generally shorter, plumper, and contain a much higher oil and water content than Bourbon beans. The aroma is flowery, fruity with a smooth flavor. They are often described as smelling like licorice, cherries, or wine. Gourmet pastry chefs love to work with the Tahitian (Tahitensis) variety, which are perfect for many applications.

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Vanilla Beans
Tahitian Vanilla comes from the fruit of an orchid variety called Vanilla Tahitensis which is a completely different species than the Bourbon (Planifolia) varieties from Madagascar. Tahitian beans are more delicate than Bourbon beans with completely different flavor profile - they are flowery, fruity and anisic with a smooth flavor. Gourmet pastry chefs love to work with the bulk Tahitian vanilla beans because of their sweet floral flavor.
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GradeGrade A (Gourmet/Premium/Prime)
Length6-7 inches (16cm - 17.5cm)
ColorDark Brown
Moisture Content30-35%
Flavor Profilecherries, delicate, figs, liquorice, raisens, red wine, floral, fruity, sweet
Basic PreparationTo use a vanilla bean, cut each end off from the vanilla bean and slice through the vanilla bean lengthwise, remove the paste from inside the vanilla bean and use as needed.
Recommended Applications
IngredientsVanilla Beans
Product StyleWhole
Shelf Life1 year
Handling / StorageStore in a cool, dry place.
Country of OriginIndonesia
Dietary PreferencesAll Natural, Gluten-Free, Kosher Parve, Non-GMO
Allergen InformationNone Specified

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