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pliable, so that they can be wound around the fingers. 
They must be very fragrant and closed, leaving none of 
the seeds exposed, which are the seat of much of the 
vanilla flavor. The lower grades of Mexican and other 
varieties of vanilla beans can easily be recognized by their 
length, as shown in the accompanying illustration. 
Mexican, Bourbon and Tahiti Vanilla Beans. 
The finest vanilla flavor is secured by purchasing the 
best quality of Mexican vanilla beans and preparing them 
as follows: 
Cut the beans in small pieces and grind them as fine 
