I am officially a VanillaPura snob now! I recently ordered the VanillaPura Madagascar Vanilla Beans (Grade A), and the difference between these and store-bought is night and day. As soon as I opened the vacuum-sealed package, the heavenly, buttery aroma filled my entire kitchen.
The beans themselves are plump, moist, and incredibly oily, which made them ideal for my first batch of homemade extract.
What I appreciate most is the obvious care in sourcing and packaging. They arrived perfectly fresh, and you can tell these are quality. If you are looking to elevate your baking or start your first DIY extract, these are the only beans you need. 10/10 recommend VanillaPura!!