1001 Organic Vanilla Pods

The vanilla pods are carefully processed by hand after harvesting in the tropical forests. Vanilla is considered the world's most popular fragrance and flavoring agent, frequently used in food, beverages, and cosmetics, as evidenced by its popularity in vanilla ice cream.

Contents: 3 pieces. Since the vanilla pods are a hand-processed natural product, the weight may vary. 1001 Organic invests in the necessary infrastructure as well as in farming communities, supporting them in professionalization and transition to certified organic farming. Through regular training and payments that are multiples of the usual raw material price, farmers and their families can benefit from a higher standard of living.

Vanilla grows as a vine that climbs up an existing tree or pole. The distinctive aromatic compounds are found in the fruit, which is produced by the pollination of a flower. Each flower is individually pollinated by hand. Inside the pods, there is an oily liquid filled with tiny seeds.

During the drying process, the pods are dried and massaged to perfect the shape and texture of the bean. This process requires a lot of time and experience to achieve an optimal result with the highest vanillin content. Khatib Said grows his vanilla vines in Mtambwe, Pemba. He is regionally known as a vanilla specialist who produces all types of vanilla products.