Property |
Vanilla Oil |
Vanilla Paste |
Form |
Liquid, often in a carrier oil |
Thick, syrupy paste with vanilla seeds |
Color |
Amber to golden brown |
Dark brown to black, slightly sticky |
Texture |
Oily, viscous |
Smooth, slightly thick with visible seeds |
Flavor Profile |
Sweet, concentrated vanilla aroma |
Rich, intense vanilla flavor with seeds |
Aroma |
Rich, sweet, and aromatic |
Intense vanilla scent, with slight alcohol aroma |
Vanillin Content |
High (depending on concentration) |
High (due to vanilla extract and seeds) |
Solubility |
Soluble in oils and alcohol |
Soluble in liquids and oils |
Storage |
Store in a cool, dark place, tightly sealed |
Store in a cool, dry place, sealed tightly |
Uses |
Flavoring for food, baking, cosmetics |
Baking, desserts, ice creams, sauces |
Shelf Life |
1–3 years (depending on storage) |
1–2 years (in an airtight container) |
Ingredients |
Extracted vanilla in carrier oil (e.g., Jojoba, Coconut) |
Vanilla extract, vanilla beans, sugar syrup or glucose |