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The production of vanilla in Mexico has faced challenges in recent years, including climate change and competition from synthetic vanilla. However, efforts are being made to preserve and promote the country’s unique varieties of vanilla, such as the vanilla from Papantla, Veracruz, which has a distinct floral and spicy flavor profile. Understanding the Different Types of Vanilla and their Characteristics

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Knowledge about vanilla is a legacy inherited from Totonacs who inhabited in the Mexican region of Papantla and surroundings more than thousand years ago.The King Philip II of Spain sent his family doctor Francisco Hernandez on a study trip to these lands to clarify certain mysteries of vanilla. In 1651 the Doctor Hernandez´s work was published in Rome in which vanilla pods were called ARACO AROMATICUS. After lost global monopoly on vanilla, Mexico started to decline its production and become the first place on world production even though there was a time in which the economy of the region was based on vanilla. Vanilla beans grow green on the vine and are harvested when the tip begins to turn yellow. The curing process is what gives the beans their characteristic brown color as well as their flavor and aroma. In Mexico, the curing process involves wrapping beans in blankets and straw mats and then placing them in ovens for 24 to 48 hours. From this point on, the beans are spread in the sun each day to absorb heat and then placed in large wooden boxes overnight to sweat.

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In addition to its use in baking, Mexican vanilla blend is also a popular ingredient in coffee and hot chocolate. The warm and spicy notes of the blend complement the rich flavors of these beverages, creating a comforting and indulgent experience. Furthermore, Mexican vanilla blend is a great source of essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium. These minerals are important for maintaining healthy bones, muscles, and nerves. Calcium, in particular, is essential for strong bones and teeth, while magnesium helps regulate muscle and nerve function. Mexico was the only vanilla producer for almost three centuries. In the 18th Century vanilla was carried to production in greenhouses in Europe and in tropical lands of European colonies. In 1730 the plant´s growing and blossom were successful but it was unable to fructify in those latitudes, so people thought that it would never bear fruit in areas that were not the region of the Totonacapan in Mexico and only cultivated it by the Totonacs indigenous.

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Mexico remained the sole growing region for vanilla beans for another 300 years. That’s because of the symbiotic relationship between the vanilla orchid and an indigenous tiny bee called the Melipona. This Mexican bee is the only insect evolved to pollinate the vanilla orchid flower. Mexican vanilla blend is made by combining Mexican vanilla beans with the other regional spices and flavors. The spices are ground into a fine powder and mixed with the vanilla beans, creating a fragrant and flavorful blend. Mexican vanilla blend is often made by small-batch producers who use traditional techniques passed down through generations.

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In addition to its delicious flavor, Mexican vanilla blend may also have some health benefits. Vanilla has been shown to have antioxidant properties, which can help protect the body against free radicals. Additionally, studies suggest that vanilla may have anti-inflammatory properties and could help regulate blood sugar levels. At the summit of one of the highest mountains near to Papantla there was the temple of Tonacayohua the goddess of the sowing, corn and food, whose dress and rites were in charge of twelve young women who since childhoodhad made vow of chastity for life and were devoted to her. In the days of the King Teniztli, the third of the Totonac dynasty, one of his wives gave birth to a girl who was named Tzacopontziza that means “morning star” because of her beauty. To keep such beauty away from the eyes of men her life was devoted to Tonacayohua service.

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While both Mexican and Madagascar vanilla are popular choices, there are some key differences between the two. Madagascar vanilla is known for its creamy, sweet flavor, while Mexican vanilla has a more complex, spicy flavor. Additionally, Mexican vanilla is often considered to be more sustainable and environmentally friendly, as it is often grown organically and harvested by hand.