Tahitian

The original plant is also from Mexico, yet it is considered its own species. The flavor of each variety is determined by species, but also by the soil, climate, and curing process. Plants of the same species that are planted 10 miles apart will have subtle flavor differences. Mexican Tahitian vanilla pods and Madagascar Tahitian vanilla pods have a significantly different flavor. A good vanilla bean will be plump and have an oily skin and an intense aroma. Low-quality beans will be dry to the point of being brittle, and their aroma will be weak.