Where did vanilla flavoring come from
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The vanilla orchid (Vanilla planifolia Andrews) originated in Mexico and, for centuries, was the exclusive secret of the native Totonac Indians who were later conquered by the Aztecs.
Country | Production (tonnes) |
---|---|
Madagascar | 3,102 |
Indonesia | 2,259 |
Mexico | 495 |
Papua New Guinea | 493 |
Vanilla Extract was invented in 1847. In the mid-1800s, Vanilla plantations were established in Indonesia and other tropical countries such as Madagascar.
Way before the first artificial flavors were synthesized, Ancient Egyptians were the first to extract flavors and scents from plants in the form of essential oils.
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