I follow a non alcohol consumption lifestyle. Would you please tell me that do you use any kind of alcohol in the ripening process of the beans?
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They do use bourbon to enhance the flavor of the beans. When I make my own vanilla extract with these beans, I used vodka and soaked the beans for months. When you bake with the vanilla extract the alcohol bakes off and there is no alcohol taste. Hope this helps.
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Bourbon vanilla bean refers to the island called Reunion, previously known as Bourbon. It's near Mauritius and most of the vanilla today is the Bourbon vanilla bean grown in Madagascar. There is no connection to the alcoholic beverage Bourbon. The beans are typically blanched in boiling water as a first step in the Bourbon-type vanilla curing process. Alcohol is added when used for creating an extract, not the curing of the beans.
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Same here. I would not worry too much about the beans. Never had a problem with the coffee but make sure you alway clean the sprout on the steamer.
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hmm,,,I'm not an authority on what gases are released naturally by either beans- I'm just really pleased by how much of a vacuum I can get using the vacu vin. It's a little tricky and takes practice to get a really good seal but it is definitely worth the effort. I take it you will be storing the green beans and the roasted ones in separate containers. I wouldn't store both in one.
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I us this with almond milk as a shake.with fruit and flax seed.. I say No to the question -no beanscjs
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If you use flavored beans dont use it if its more oil or syrup on them, just if they are flavored in the process of roasting them.The flavor gone stay some time when you use it with other beans with out taste. You can not take out the brewer self!
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I can't directly address your question about alcohol... everything I read inadvance of purchase said don't use with alcohol so I haven't. Sorry I can't be more accurate.
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Using a "hydraulic press to extract the oils" doesn't really completely answer the question for me. From my reading, alkalizing (aka "dutch process") is applied to reduce acidity (and in turn it reduces the polyphenols). I sent an email to company this morning, asking directly if the product is alkalized or non-alkalized. Will post their response back. UPDATE from the company: Thanks for contacting us and for your question about our Cacao. Our Cacao Powder is not processed at all. It is not alkalized and not treated with any chemicals. Our cacao is organic, non-GMO, raw, vegan, gluten free, soy free, corn free and completely additive free... it is 100% raw cacao! Navitas Naturals organic Cacao is picked and then immediately starts a natural (nothing is added to the beans during the entire process) fermentation in the pod for about 48 hours (never exposed to temperatures over 115 degrees). Once extracted from the pod-like fruit, purified water is used to cleanse the beans. The whole beans are then also peeled and cold-pressed to form a paste, the bean's oil is extracted (cacao butter), and our nutrient-dense cacao powder is formed... and that is all of the processing involved with our Cacao superfoods! I have included a link to a short documentary (staring our CEO!) on Navitas Naturals Cacao. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8zsmfnkUZU I hope this is helpful. Please feel free to contact us with any further questions and take care. Here are links to the sign-up page for the latest edition of our newsletter plus check out the free Smoothment videos for further inspiration: http://www.navitasnaturals.com/newsletter/index.html http://smoothment.navitasnaturals.com Best regards, Arthur
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I had enough to make 5 1/2 pt bottles of extract. I think 4 or 5 beans per 1/2 pt. I split the beans and after a month it's hard to count them. I will say this The AROMA from the bottles is a wife of heaven. I am making gifts of 1/2 pint bottles. And a big one for me. The beans are perfect.
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I have a batch going now that will be ready in a few days. Ill tell you the reading then. I'd imagine its a lower number/more alcohol since the eater content is lower but ill verify.
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Neither did I... But I keep my finer beans, such as blue mountain Jamaican coffee in my bean safe. The batch I'm currently on had been in it fir about 4 or 5 months and it still tastes great.
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I think you're referring to the black can, at least it's black on Amazon for me. That one is 100% Arabica beans. This is a blend of Arabica/robusto/Indian. It will have a chocolaty undertone and tastes bold, yet smooth if extracted right. If it's over extracted, it can be a bit sharp and bitter. I've never actually tried the black can though. I did get Blu once, and that was really good. Didn't care for Qualita Rossa. That one was too burnt tasting to me. Not as sweet.
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I emailed the company the same question- because I'm allergic to fermented things, as well as items produced in a fermentation process. The company emailed back the folllowing: "Not fermented and none of the constituents would expected to be so." I've begun taking the product and I'm not having hives or an asthma attack, so I'd say they are correct. :)
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Yes Nelson, absolutely. I love the taste personally. It is bitter but not too bitter and quite complex tasting. If you're eating chocolate for it's medicinal benefits, you'll get the biggest bang in every way for your buck eating the raw whole beans. They are also a mood lifter that no dark chocolate bar can even compare to. They pair well with bananas and you'll get a synergistic effect. Enjoy! Mazy.
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They are whole Vanilla beans!I made my homemade vanilla in August 2014 and I just strained it 12/27/14! I used bourbon! I also did it with vodka!
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I think so. Don't recall seeing alcohol in the ingredients and certainly don't taste any alcohol.
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Yes, zero alcohol. This is good product, you will not find it more pure than this.
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I've sprouted everything in mine, even the larger beans (black and garbanzo), and never had anything but great success. My favorite is broccoli (use no more than 1/4 c.). Also, with broccoli, you do need to rinse twice daily. I've also sprouted green lentils. With beans and lentils, you sprout just enough to get a tiny tail, then cook. Lentils can be eaten raw. This sprouter never fails!! (I have no bias toward this company and no connection with it at all. Just love wholesome food.)