Black Valentine Beans

Description

These Black Valentine heirloom beans deliver the kind of rich, almost chocolatey flavor that makes you understand why this legendary variety has captivated bean lovers since it was first introduced in 1897. These deep black gems are grown with love and care by our friend Chris Capaul, whose family has been perfecting rare bean varieties since 1915 in the Sacramento Valley California. Chris has spent years developing this unique cultivar in the Valley’s warm climate, carefully selecting seeds to create dried heirloom beans with superior texture. Each farm-fresh bean cooks up beautifully with deep, wine-like notes that come from Chris’s careful soil management and innovative crop rotationsthese are unpolished, old-fashioned beans that are a true throwback to the days gone by.

Whether you’re making Cuban black beans, Brazilian feijoada, or just serving them over rice with good olive oil, these premium dry beans from small farm cultivation taste like the earth itselfthe kind of specialty beans that make you excited to cook and proud to support sustainable agriculture products.

Fresh Beans = Last Year’s Harvest! Don’t worrythis is actually when beans are freshest. After fall harvest, they spend winter being carefully processed and are bagged fresh each spring. So 2024 beans in 2025 means peak freshness! We believe beans are best within 2 years of harvest (others say 3), ensuring you get the finest quality.