The Vanilla Journal

Stories from Indonesia's
Vanilla Belt

Origin profiles, curing deep-dives, and sourcing intelligence for buyers and vanilla enthusiasts.

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General Aug 9, 2026

The 3 Mistakes That Ruin Most Homemade Vanilla Extract (And the One Ratio That Actually Works)

Homemade vanilla extract needs just two ingredients. The three mistakes that ruin most batches — and the ratio, alcohol and patience that work.

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General Aug 2, 2026

Your Fridge is Destroying Your Vanilla (Stop Now)

Your fridge is ruining your vanilla beans. The exact storage method professional kitchens and exporters use to keep beans plump for years.

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General Jul 9, 2026

Vanilla Bean Paste vs Vanilla Extract vs Whole Bean: Differences, Substitutions and Conversion Ratios

Vanilla bean paste vs extract vs whole bean: the differences, substitutions and conversion ratios — how much extract equals one vanilla bean.

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