Whats Tahitian Vanilla?
A. Tahitian vanilla was originally Vanilla planifolia stock that was taken to Tahiti, but it mutated into an entirely different type of vanilla, and is now recognized as a different species, Vanilla tahitensis. It is fatter, moister, and sweeter, with less natural vanillin and more heliotropin than other vanillas. As a result, it’s very fruity and floral. Unfortunately, Tahitians have replaced much of their vanilla with other crops so Tahitian vanilla has become very expensive.
