Recommended brands of genuine Mexican vanilla?

Question

We will be stopping at Cozumel on a Mexican cruise, and I'd like to pick up some vanilla. I know I should look for a bottle with at least 35% alcohol that says "sin coumarin." I also know that the vanilla should be amber colored and translucent, and that vanilla beans should be listed as the first ingredient. Is there any brand, such as Azteca or Xilkan, that is genuine vanilla? Thank you.

Answer 1

If you are looking for the highest quality pure Mexican vanilla extract then this is an excellent choice. Coumarin free, pure vanilla (this is not a flavoring but pure extract). 4 ounces

$10.00 - MEX-VANE -

PS: Coumarin is a substance extracted from a nut that is used in rat poisining.....Banned from the FDA

Answer 2

I only use Nielsen Massey maddagascar bourbon pure vanilla extract. Absolutely the best. If you cant find it in your stores, look online. The larger bottle I purchased was about $15.00.