AAB 054: Vanilla, Where Have You Bean All My Life

"Vanilla” in common use, has become synonymous with “boring” or “plain.”  And yet, brewers will tell you that it is an excellent flavor in beer - and not just stouts.  Real connoisseurs of vanilla will even tell you it is one of the most complex spices, with a broad array of aromas and flavors coming from different varieties of vanilla grown in different areas around the world.  Think you know vanilla?  Think again.  There’s nothing boring or plain about it.This Episode is Sponsored by:Estrella GaliciaEstrella Galicia is an independent, family-owned brewery  in northwest Spain, founded in 1906.Estrella Galicia Cerveza Especial is a world class lager, brewed using the finest Spanish malts, locally  cultivated Galician hops and the best brewing practices, in a state-of-the-art facility in La Coruña . Recognized around the world for quality and exceptional character. Estrella Galicia is “A beer like no other.”Hosts: Don Tse and Em SauterGuests: Kyle Harrop, Ted Jones Sponsors: Estrella Galicia, All About BeerTags: Vanilla, Travel, Flavor, Stout, BeansPhoto: Photo by Jocelyn Morales on Unsplash ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★