Hommage a Neil Martin

Beavers’ secretions can create taste similar to vanilla

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Sept. 15 (UPI) – Anal secretions from beavers can be used in baked goods to create a taste that resembles vanilla, The Swedish National Food Agency said.

Someone contact Professor Noble and tell her that she will need to update the Aroma Wheel with “Beaver Anus”.

Oh, no! Now he will have to choose among vanillin, Bourbon-Madagascar vanilla, Tahitian vanilla, Mexican vanilla and beaver anal secretion!