The Belem - V. Bahiana Vanilla Beans from Brazil - For Vanilla Extract & Baking (Grade A)
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The Belem - First Ever V. Bahiana Brazilian Vanilla Beans - Grade A
New Vanilla Alert - First Offering of V. Bahiana From Brazil
An entirely new species of vanilla bean from Northern Brazil, named after Belem - the town often referred to as the "Gateway to the Amazon River". This is a short, fat, plump and extremely oily vanilla bean that is full of caviar and overflowing with vanilla flavor, aroma and sweetness. It is the only V. bahiana vanilla bean that we offer.
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First Ever V. Bahiana Vanilla Beans
VanillaPura's V. bahiana vanilla beans are an exquisite example of traditional, wild vanilla. Named after the city of Belem just south of the point where the Amazon River enters the waters of the Atlantic ocean and the port city for ships coming from and entering The Amazon. These premium Grade A V. bahiana vanilla beans from Brazil offer powerful, bold vanilla spice and chocolate aroma, and bold vanilla with a spicy kick and undertones of chocolate flavor.
Gateway to the Amazon River
An entirely new species of vanilla bean from Northern Brazil, named after Belem - the town often referred to as the "Gateway to the Amazon River". It's from these tropical regions in Northern Brazil where some of the world's finest vanilla is cultivated.
Short, Fat, Plump & Extremely Oily
This is a short, fat, plump and extremely oily vanilla bean that is full of caviar and overflowing with vanilla flavor, aroma and sweetness. V. bahiana vanilla beans are very oily and provide a perfect, rich oil for making vanilla sugar with the oils alone, by adding sugar to the pouches these vanilla beans are shipped in.
Bold Vanilla with Spicy Kick
When you first open a pouch of The Belem V. bahiana Brazilian vanilla beans, your nose will be met with a bold and sweet vanilla aroma with a slight hint of vanilla spice, similar to vanilla beans from Mexico. You will tease out the undertones of chocolate that will also present themselves in your finished extracts.
Powerful Vanilla Spice & Chocolate
Powerful, bold vanilla spice and chocolate aroma. Bold vanilla with a spicy kick and undertones of chocolate flavor creates an extract that is both bold and complex.
Full of Caviar - Overflowing with Flavor
This is a short, fat, plump and extremely oily vanilla bean that is full of caviar and overflowing with vanilla flavor, aroma and sweetness. The abundance of caviar ensures rich, flavorful extracts.
Perfect Extract for All Spirits
For homemade vanilla extract, use the ratio of 1oz of beans for every 8oz of alcohol. For light spirits (vodka, white rum, gin), age up to 1 year. For dark spirits (bourbon, dark rum, brandy), age 18 months to 2 years for optimal flavor development. Visit our spirit pairing guide for detailed recommendations.
Traditional Wild Vanilla
VanillaPura's V. bahiana vanilla beans are an exquisite example of traditional, wild vanilla. This rare species represents vanilla in its most natural, wild form from the tropical regions of Northern Brazil.
Similar to Mexican Vanilla Spice
When you first open a pouch of The Belem V. bahiana Brazilian vanilla beans, your nose will be met with a bold and sweet vanilla aroma with a slight hint of vanilla spice, similar to vanilla beans from Mexico.
Very Oily - Perfect for Vanilla Sugar
V. bahiana vanilla beans are very oily and provide a perfect, rich oil for making vanilla sugar with the oils alone, by adding sugar to the pouches these vanilla beans are shipped in. The exceptional oil content makes these beans versatile for multiple applications.
Similar to V. Cribbiana Species
They are often small, fat and plump, very similar to the V. cribbiana species of vanilla. V. bahiana vanilla beans are a wonderful vanilla for cooking, baking, extract making, sugars, powders, cocktail making and much more.
Undertones of Chocolate
You will tease out the undertones of chocolate that will also present themselves in your finished extracts. Bold vanilla with a spicy kick and undertones of chocolate creates a complex and memorable flavor profile.
Only V. Bahiana We Offer
It is the only V. bahiana vanilla bean that we offer. This rare species is exceptionally difficult to source and represents a unique opportunity to experience an entirely new vanilla species.
Bean Count and Specifications
On average, there are 3-7 beans per ounce depending on the moisture content of the specific batch of vanilla beans. There can be as few as 3 beans or as many as 10 beans. Pricing reflects current market conditions and will be updated as market prices change.
Premium Quality and Freshness
VanillaPura vanilla beans are all shipped vacuum sealed for freshness and should be stored unrefrigerated in a cool, dry and dark place.
Product Details: V. bahiana vanilla beans from Belem, Northern Brazil | Grade A (pliable, moist, oily) | Powerful, bold vanilla spice and chocolate aroma | Bold vanilla with a spicy kick and undertones of chocolate flavor | Short, fat, plump and extremely oily | Full of caviar | 3-7 beans per ounce average | Perfect for all spirits | First ever V. bahiana offering | Gateway to Amazon River | Traditional wild vanilla | Similar to Mexican vanilla spice | Perfect for vanilla sugar | Wonderful for cooking, baking, extracts, sugars, powders, cocktails | Group buy with 4-8 week shipping
