Mexican Vanilla Totonac's Pure Vanilla Flavoring, 33.2 Fluid Ounce

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They also have a non alcoholic vanilla flavouring, if you are looking for the taste of vanilla without the alcohol (but without being real vanilla, mind you) and if you’d prefer the convenience over vanilla beans.

Methods of curing and drying vary, but in all cases, the enzymatic process in the live beans must be halted to prevent fermenting.

Whether it’s hot chocolate , coffee, smoothies , or milkshakes, a few drops of Mexican vanilla extract can add depth and warmth to the drink. Simply opening the container releases aromas that will make your mouth water, and they are packed full of pure flavour. Mexico is producing very little vanilla now and it also has a history of over 100 years of producing imitation vanilla extracts. Vanilla is the second most expensive spice (after saffron) due to the extensive labor required to grow, harvest, and cure the vanilla beans.

The curing process is what gives the beans their characteristic brown color as well as their flavor and aroma. The Mexican imitation vanilla started around 1893 because even though vanilla beans were native to Mexico and grown there in abundance at that time, they were extremely expensive because it is such a labor-intensive crop. Mexican Vanilla Extract's wonderful flavor makes it ideally suited for desserts, drinks or baked goods, especially where coffee or chocolate are involved.the beans will lose nearly 80% of the original moisture content before their more than 250 natural flavor and fragrance components are completely developed.