The Pure Mexican vanilla contains this higher 35% alcohol content, and is therefore best utilized in those items which require high heat, such as baking. This allows much of the alcohol to cook out. According to US FDA regulations, in order to be labeled “pure” a vanilla extract must have 35% alcohol (FDA 21 CFR169.3). Produced in Mexico using only the highest grade, single sourced, Mexican vanilla beans. Our Mexican vanilla is never blended with another grade or type of bean – it is the absolute best vanilla available in Mexico. The Canosa family, who produces our vanilla exclusively, has been winning the Gold Medal of Honor Award in Mexico for 30 years running. It simply is the best! Vanilla Bean Extractive in Purified Water35% Alcohol ContentCoumarin Free / Gluten Free / No Additives / No Preservatives / All Natural / FDA Registered