The Grecia - V. Costaricensis Vanilla Beans from Costa Rica - For Vanilla Extract & Baking (Grade A)

The Grecia - Rare V. Costaricensis Costa Rican Vanilla Beans - Grade A

Our Limited Collection of Vanilla is Only Available 1-3 Times a Year

Expand your extracts with an entirely new species of vanilla available just a few times a year if we're lucky. Meet The Grecia - a V. costaricensis big and bold vanilla bean. Up to 9 inches long and just 3-7 beans/oz.

Named after the beautiful town of Grecia in Costa Rica

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Rare V. Costaricensis - Incredibly Rare Species

VanillaPura's V. costaricensis Costa Rican vanilla beans are of the highest quality and boast a flavor that is unique to the central American region coupled with a rich vanilla taste found only by this incredibly rare species of vanilla. These premium Grade A V. costaricensis vanilla beans from Costa Rica offer bold and very sweet aroma with undertones of dark chocolate, caramel, raisins and figs, and super sweet vanilla with notes of mocha, caramel and raisins flavor.

Big & Bold - Up to 9 Inches Long

Meet The Grecia - a V. costaricensis big and bold vanilla bean. Up to 9 inches long and just 3-7 beans/oz. These massive beans are among the largest vanilla beans in the world, making them a spectacular addition to any vanilla collection.

Only Available 1-3 Times a Year

Expand your extracts with an entirely new species of vanilla available just a few times a year if we're lucky. Our limited collection of vanilla is only available 1-3 times a year, making these beans exceptionally rare and highly sought after.

Named After Beautiful Town of Grecia

We named this vanilla bean after the beautiful Costa Rican town of Grecia built around an old, beautiful church building with a culture committed to living every day to the fullest. Pura Vida!!

Unique Central American Flavor Profile

These aren't the smokey and spicy vanilla beans from Mexico up north, nor are they the extra sweet and fruity vanilla beans from Ecuador down south. These big and beautiful V. costaricensis vanilla beans have a taste all their own, with notes of mocha, caramel, raisins and super sweet vanilla. It's a beautiful vanilla experience.

Super Sweet Vanilla with Mocha & Caramel

Super sweet vanilla with notes of mocha, caramel and raisins. 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.

Bold & Very Sweet with Dark Chocolate

Bold and very sweet aroma with undertones of dark chocolate, caramel, raisins and figs. The V. costaricensis species creates a flavor profile that is entirely unique, combining super sweet vanilla with rich, complex notes.

Full of Caviar - Premium Grade A Quality

Grade A beans are pliable, moist, oily, and full of caviar - the hallmarks of premium gourmet vanilla. VanillaPura's V. costaricensis Costa Rican vanilla beans showcase the exceptional quality of this incredibly rare species.

Incredibly Rare Species of Vanilla

VanillaPura's V. costaricensis Costa Rican vanilla beans are of the highest quality and boast a flavor that is unique to the central American region coupled with a rich vanilla taste found only by this incredibly rare species of vanilla.

Just 3-7 Beans Per Ounce

On average, there are 3-7 beans per ounce depending on the moisture content of the specific batch of vanilla beans. The massive size of these beans means fewer beans per ounce, but exceptional value and flavor. Pricing reflects current market conditions and will be updated as market prices change.

Beautiful Vanilla Experience

These big and beautiful V. costaricensis vanilla beans have a taste all their own, with notes of mocha, caramel, raisins and super sweet vanilla. It's a beautiful vanilla experience that showcases the unique characteristics of this incredibly rare species.

Pura Vida Culture

Named after the beautiful Costa Rican town of Grecia built around an old, beautiful church building with a culture committed to living every day to the fullest. Pura Vida!! This philosophy of living life to the fullest is embodied in every bean.

Group Buy Savings

Group buy products are bundled with other orders for additional savings, so they may not ship for 4-8 weeks. "Wait a little save a lot!" The result is the lowest priced, gourmet vanilla beans anywhere.

Product Details: V. costaricensis vanilla beans from Grecia, Costa Rica | Grade A (pliable, moist, oily, full of caviar) | Bold and very sweet with undertones of dark chocolate, caramel, raisins and figs aroma | Super sweet vanilla with notes of mocha, caramel and raisins flavor | Up to 9 inches long | Just 3-7 beans per ounce | Perfect for all spirits | Incredibly rare species | Only available 1-3 times a year | Named after beautiful town of Grecia | Unique Central American profile | Group buy with 4-8 week shipping