How to Make Vanilla Extract
An easy to follow guide to making vanilla extract in your own kitchen
The Gold Standard of East African Vanilla
Distinct from Madagascar
Tanzanian vanilla offers a bolder, earthier profile with deep chocolate notes — a sophisticated alternative to the sweeter, more common Madagascar bean.
Direct from Small Farms
We source directly from smallholder farms in Northwestern Tanzania, cutting out middlemen to ensure farmer fairness and bean freshness you can smell the moment you open the bag.
Fresh, Not Sitting in a Warehouse
Our beans are packed to order in small batches, not mass-warehoused — so you receive peak-moisture, oil-rich pods ready to use immediately.
Trusted by Chefs & Extract Makers
From Michelin-starred pastry kitchens to home extract enthusiasts, Slofoodgroup vanilla is the go-to for those who won't compromise on quality.