Product Information:
Name: Tonka Beans
Scientific name: Dipteryx odorata
Family: Fabaceae
Expiration Date: Provided on the package
Our dried nuts and seeds are 100% free of any artificial colours or
preservatives.
Description:
Tonka beans are the seeds found in the fruit of the tropical kumarú tree or
Dipteryx odorata, a tree very tall as it can reach up to 30 meters. The tree
grows throughout South America, is found mainly in Venezuela, Guyana and
Brazil. Tonka in the language of the native Galibi of French Guiana means
bean" and the kumarú tree is botanically classified as legumes (Fabaceae). The
tonka bean is black and looks like corrugated almond. The aroma of tonka bean
has also been used in the preparation of perfumes. It is reminiscent of
vanilla, almonds, cinnamon, cloves, caramel and tobacco. It tastes like bitter
almond and at the same time has a similar taste to caramel, chocolate and
vanilla. The beans are used in very small quantities to flavor meat dishes,
various soufflés, sweets, syrups, ice creams and cocktails. They are also
widely used in French cuisine, and are popular with top patissiers for
elaborate desserts, usually in combination with creams.
Tonka beans are aphrodisiac, stimulate the body, are recommended for relieving
cramps, nausea, cough, convulsions, and swelling.
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