Sensory Atlas: Aroma and Flavor Notes

Like wine grapes, vanilla beans have "terroir" and exhibit unique flavor and aroma characteristics based on factors such as: species of vanilla orchid, soil, annual rainfall, daily/nightly temperature variances, humidity, dry season duration, altitude, shade, host support, and the experience and diligence of the farmer.

If you are wondering what bean or extract origin would be best for your brewing, distilling, or culinary needs, this comprehensive Sensory Atlas of Aromas and Flavors is a great place to start.

We also recommend a listen to these podcasts for a deeper dive into aroma and flavor profiles:

• The Ice Cream podcast (special thanks to Steve Christensen, Executive Director of the North American Ice Cream Association) 
• All About Beer podcast (cheers to Em Sauter and Don Tse for inviting us)

If you have additional questions, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Ted Jones (208) 832-8030 cell | voicemail or ted@ted-jones.com

Pictured above, a strikingly beautiful cove near where we source our New Caledonia vanilla.