Bourbon black vanilla beans
Our signature pod: supple, fleshy, and brimming with seeds.
Vanilla planifolia from the SAVA region of Madagascar, prepared using the traditional Bourbon method. The pods are long, dark, oily, and glossy. Their aroma is rich and warm, with floral notes and a hint of chocolate.
For over 60 years, our family has grown and prepared vanilla in the SAVA region of Madagascar. It comes directly to you, without intermediaries.
- Origin: Madagascar, SAVA region
- Variety: Vanilla planifolia
- Sizes: 13–15 cm or 16–18 cm
- Quantities: from 20 pods to 1 kg
- Packaging: vacuum-sealed bag
Black or frosted?
It is the same Bourbon vanilla. Black is the standard for everyday baking: supple, fleshy, and generous. Frosted vanilla is richer in vanillin, which forms small white crystals on the pod: its aroma is even more intense, ideal for desserts where vanilla takes center stage.
How to use
Split the pod and scrape the seeds into your milk or cream, then leave the empty pod to infuse. One pod is enough for about 500 ml of custard.
Tip: do not throw away the empty pod. Dry it and place it in a jar of sugar, where it will flavor the sugar for weeks.
Storage
Store in a glass jar or airtight bag, away from light and at room temperature. Avoid refrigeration: moisture and condensation damage the pods.