Vanilla Extract vs. Vanilla Essence: What’s the Difference?

Delicately sweet, spicy, yet fruity – vanilla is a longstanding favorite in milkshakes, ice cream, chocolates, custard, cakes and bakes, coffees, perfume, and aromatherapy.   But where does it come from, and what’s the difference between vanilla extract and essence?   What Is Vanilla? While a seemingly common spice, vanilla is derived from an exotic […]