What makes vanilla even more fascinating is that each flower must often be pollinated by hand, which is one of the reasons real vanilla is considered one of the most expensive spices in the world.
After harvesting, the pods are carefully dried and fermented for weeks or even months until they turn dark brown and develop their signature scent.
👉 Seeing vanilla in its natural form surprises many people because it looks nothing like the extract or powder we usually buy in stores.
⚠️ Fun fact: Vanilla is actually the second most expensive spice in the world after saffron.
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