Peru V. pompona Vanilla Beans

These V. pompona vanilla beans from Perú are rare and so interesting! They are much larger than other types of vanilla beans, having a thick, wide pod. They grow natively in Perú and are pollinated by bees. They have fragrance notes that are very floral and raisin-like. A wonderful addition to any vanilla bean stash! Purchase of these beans supports the native farmers who grow them. Because they are grown in their native environment they are a very sustainable option! Some beans may be split--this is common with the V. pompona variety. Size varies greatly from bean to bean, and can weigh in at 1 to 4 beans in an ounce.