Madagascar Black Bourbon Vanilla Grade Premium — 18-20 cm

Madagascar Black Bourbon Vanilla Grade Premium 18-20 cm — Absolute Excellence

The Madagascar black Bourbon vanilla, Grade Premium, 18-20 cm, represents the pinnacle of our Vanilla planifolia selection. Long, plump, glossy and intensely fragrant, these pods are reserved for exceptional culinary creations.

Aromatic profile

An exceptional, complex and lingering aroma: deep woody notes, intense cocoa, a fruity touch and a light spicy edge. The vanillin richness of these long pods is among the highest in our range.

Recommended uses

• High-end pastry creations and award-winning restaurant desserts
• Premium ice cream and frozen desserts
• Ganaches, fine chocolates and gourmet confectionery
• Gourmet gifts and fine food hampers

ⓘ Technical information

Botanical species / family	Vanilla planifolia / Orchidaceae
Commercial grade	Long Premium Gourmet
Moisture	32-35% maximum
Vanillin content	1.7-2.4%
Available sizes	5 / 10 / 20 / 40 pods; 250 g; 500 g; 1 kg
Main use	Chefs, premium pastry, ice cream, high-end fine food retail
EU/FR compliance	ISO 5565; EU pesticide MRLs; EU contaminants; microbiology; FR labelling

Storage

Store in an airtight tube, away from light, at 15-20°C. These long pods require a suitably sized storage tube (available on request). Optimal shelf life: 12 to 24 months.

Why choose My Spices Land?

Grade Premium is the result of a strict selection among the finest harvests: only pods exceeding thresholds for length, suppleness and vanillin content make this grade. Every batch is certified at source and checked on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between Grade A and Grade Premium?
Grade Premium imposes stricter criteria: a minimum length of 18 cm, a minimum vanillin content of 1.7%, flawless appearance and superior suppleness. It is the pick of the crop.