Gourmet Madagascan Bourbon Vanilla Pods

(15-16 cm in Length)

10 Pods to 5 Kilos Available - 1 kg (Approximately 280-300 Pods)

Our Gourmet range of Madagascan Bourbon Planifolia Vanilla Pods (Vanilla Beans) from the Sambava region of Madagascar is approximately 15-16 cm in length.

These pods are graded First Quality NFN (Non Fendues Noires) - Non Split Black and are considered the cream of the crop! With the classic aroma of Madagascan Bourbon Vanilla, these pods are supple, moist, plump and have a distinctly black colour without blemishes.

 ***** Please note that the number of pods per kilo may vary *****

Product Details

• Vanillin Content: 1.8%
• Moisture Content: 30% (+/- 2%)
• Individual Pod Weight: 2-3 Grams (Approx)
• Country of Origin: Madagascar

Postage & Delivery

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·    In the UK: By First Class/Recorded Post or Courier

·     All EU Destinations: Royal Mail Airmail or Courier 

We aim to process and dispatch all orders within 1 working day (Monday-Friday) of receipt of the order and cleared funds. Orders received on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays will be sent out the following working day.

Storing Vanilla  

These Vanilla Pods will keep indefinitely if stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place but we suggest that you use these pods within 2 years of purchase. The pods should NOT be refrigerated. You may also choose to wrap these pods in cling film or waxed paper before storing in an airtight container. 

Quality 

Sometimes, the Vanilla Pods may be coated with white frosting/crystals. This is a perfectly normal occurrence. The white frosting/crystals are actually Vanillin crystals and may form from time to time.

However, please note that incorrect storage can also result in the formation of mildew or fungus. To ascertain if the discolouration is due to Vanillin Crystals or Mildew/Fungus, firstly, you should smell the affected pod to check for any odour and secondly hold the pod against natural sunlight. If the pod smells rotten and does not reflect the visible light spectrum (colours of the rainbow) the affected pods should be discarded as this can spread to the uninfected pods.

Using Vanilla Pods

Remove vanilla from all packaging and air the pods for a little while. Massage the pods lengthwise to release the flavour and loosen the caviar inside. Place the Vanilla pod on a chopping board. Using a paring knife, carefully split the pod lengthwise until it is halved. Now pull the two halves apart so you can see the seeds inside. Carefully scrape out the seeds with the tip of the knife.

The expended pod can both be cut into small bits and used along with the seeds to enhance the aroma of the dish being prepared or you could dry the spent pod for a couple of days and put into a sugar jar.