Costa Rican V. Tsy Taitra Vanilla Beans - La Fortuna - Grade A for Extract

Premium V. Tsy Taitra Vanilla Beans from Costa Rica - Grade A

Experience the exceptional Costa Rican vanilla beans – featuring the rare V. Tsy Taitra species grown in the country of the Arenal Volcano. These premium Grade A beans deliver a unique flavor profile with bright, fruity notes, subtle floral undertones, and a creamy vanilla sweetness that creates outstanding homemade vanilla extract and elevates gourmet baking.

Why Choose Costa Rican V. Tsy Taitra Vanilla Beans?

• Rare vanilla species – V. Tsy Taitra is an uncommon variety with distinctive flavor characteristics
• Unique Costa Rican terroir – Grown in Costa Rica's rich volcanic soil 
• Bright, fruity flavor – Complex notes with floral undertones and creamy vanilla sweetness
• Grade A premium quality – Plump, moist, pliable beans with high vanillin content

What Makes V. Tsy Taitra Special

Vanilla Tsy Taitra is a rare vanilla species that produces beans with a distinctive flavor profile different from the common V. Planifolia or V. Tahitensis. These Costa Rican beans are characterized by bright, fruity notes with subtle floral undertones and a creamy vanilla base. The unique volcanic soil and tropical microclimate, combined with the characteristics of the Tsy Taitra species, create beans with remarkable complexity and aromatic depth.

Perfect For:

• Homemade vanilla extract – Creates bright, aromatic extracts with fruity-floral character
• Gourmet baking – Elevates cakes, cookies, pastries, and desserts with unique vanilla flavor
• Fruit-based desserts – Complements berries, tropical fruits, and citrus perfectly
• Ice cream and custards – Adds sophisticated fruity-floral notes to creamy desserts
• Vanilla paste and powder – Craft artisan vanilla products with rare species character

Extract-Making Excellence

These Grade A Tsy Taitra beans are exceptional for crafting premium homemade vanilla extract. Their high moisture content and unique flavor compounds create an extract that's aromatic, bright, and beautifully balanced with fruity and floral notes. Pair with vodka for clean fruity clarity, white rum for enhanced tropical character, bourbon for warmth and depth, or spiced rum for added complexity. The distinctive profile of V. Tsy Taitra develops beautifully over time, creating an extract with remarkable character.

La Fortuna: Costa Rica's Vanilla Paradise

We named these beans after the city of La Fortuna, located in the shadow of the majestic Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica's northern lowlands. The region's rich volcanic soil, consistent tropical climate, abundant rainfall, and traditional farming methods create the perfect terroir for V. Tsy Taitra cultivation. This unique microclimate allows the beans to develop their characteristic bright, fruity flavor profile that sets them apart from other vanilla origins.

Costa Rican Vanilla Heritage

Costa Rica is an emerging vanilla origin with a growing reputation for producing high-quality beans with unique flavor profiles. The country's commitment to sustainable agriculture, biodiversity conservation, and traditional farming practices makes Costa Rican vanilla a choice that supports both exceptional quality and environmental stewardship. La Fortuna vanilla farmers are pioneering the cultivation of rare species like V. Tsy Taitra, expanding the diversity of vanilla available to extract makers and culinary enthusiasts.

Supporting Costa Rican Vanilla Farmers

Our La Fortuna V. Tsy Taitra vanilla beans come from dedicated small-scale farmers in Costa Rica. By choosing these rare beans, you're supporting and preserving traditional vanilla farming practices, and helping maintain biodiversity in vanilla cultivation. Each purchase helps sustain rural communities in Costa Rica and encourages the continued cultivation of this rare vanilla species.

Bean Specifications:

• Species: Vanilla Tsy Taitra (V. Tsy Taitra)
• Origin: Costa Rica
• Grade: A (Premium gourmet quality)
• Moisture: High – plump, pliable, and aromatic
• Flavor: Bright vanilla with fruity notes, floral undertones, and creamy sweetness
• Best spirit pairings: Vodka, white rum, bourbon, spiced rum, dark rum
• Best for: Extract making, baking, desserts, fruit-based recipes

Group Buy Offering: This is a special group buy offering, providing exceptional value on these rare Costa Rican vanilla beans. Limited availability – secure your beans while supplies last.

Storage: Store beans in an airtight container in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Properly stored, they'll maintain their quality, moisture, and bright aromatic character for months.