Where does real vanilla come from?

Most vanilla beans available today are from Madagascar, Mexico and Tahiti. As with wine, chocolate and coffee, vanilla from each country has its own distinctive flavor profile and characteristics, owing to the different climates, soils, curing methods and vanilla species.

What does pure vanilla extract come from?

Vanilla extract—the kind that explicitly says “pure vanilla extract” on its label—is made by soaking vanilla beans in an alcohol solution to “extract” (get it?) all of their flavor compounds. According to the FDA, vanilla extract must be at least 35\% alcohol with a minimum of 100 grams of vanilla beans per liter.

How do I know if my vanilla extract is pure?

To be labeled Pure Vanilla Extract, a gallon measure must contain 13.35\% vanilla bean extractives (10-ounces of moisture-free solids), 35\% alcohol, and the balance in distilled water. What is not listed in the Standard of Identity is sugar, corn syrup, caramel color or any other additives pure vanilla may contain.

Is Mexican vanilla real vanilla?

Mexican vanilla that is produced by a reputable American company is pure vanilla extract made from Mexican beans. Unfortunately, some specialty food stores carry Mexican vanilla made in Mexico. While it is possible that it is pure vanilla, the chances are more than 99\% that it is not pure.

What country has the best vanilla extract?

Madagascar
Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract is produced from premium, hand-selected beans cultivated in Madagascar, the world’s leading supplier of the highest quality vanilla.

Is it OK to use imitation vanilla extract?

Basically, for baked goods, imitation vanilla flavor will be fine. In low-heat sweets, such as puddings, pastry creams, and icings, the taste difference is more noticeable. For best results, use pure vanilla extract (or paste) for no-bake treats, simmered sauces and custards, and frozen desserts.

Is McCormick vanilla extract real?

Want nothing but pure, natural vanilla flavor? There’s no beating McCormick’s Pure Vanilla Extract in taste and value. Made from Madagascar vanilla beans, water, and alcohol, this extract will give your recipes that classic vanilla flavor without any artificial ingredients.

Where does McCormick vanilla extract come from?

imported vanilla beans
About Vanilla Extract Taste the smooth, rich flavors of vanilla extracted from imported vanilla beans, one of the world’s favorite flavors.

Is Mexican vanilla pure vanilla?

Mexican vanilla that is produced by a reputable American company is pure vanilla extract made from Mexican beans.

Why is Costco vanilla so expensive?

Vanilla is one of the most expensive spices because the vanilla bean is harvested off a specific orchid plant and it has to be pollinated by hand. So you are not going to find pure vanilla at bargain prices.