Madagascar Vanilla Beans - Grade A for Vanilla Extract & Baking (Retail)
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Best Price: | $12.99/oz when you buy a 1kg pouch. |
Bean Family: | V. planifolia |
Bean Origin: | Madagascar |
Bean Quality: | Grade-A. Pliable, moist, oily |
Aroma: | Classic vanilla |
Extract Taste: | Buttery, creamy and traditional rich vanilla |
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Today, Madagascar vanilla beans are the most common and the most widely-used in the world. They are popular for their rich and deep vanilla tones, along with a buttery taste and creamy sensation when properly extracted. A favorite for vanilla ice cream.
One of the more popular Madagascar vanilla beans is the Bourbon bean. Contrary to belief, the Madagascar Bourbon vanilla bean isn't named after a type of alcohol. Bourbon (previously named Reunion) is an island several hundred miles east of Madagascar where the beans are grown.
These Vanilla Beans are of the highest quality and have a rich, dark aroma. They are very oily with a strong vanilla scent. Grade A Madagascar vanilla beans are usually between 5" and 7" inches long and have a dark brown color. Depending on the size of the beans of each harvest, there can be as few as 4-5 beans/oz or as many as 15 beans+/oz. They are perfect for making homemade vanilla extract, home cooking or baking. VanillaPura vanilla beans are a regular choice for professional chefs and are used in 5 star restaurants around the world. We proudly offer some of the most sought-after vanilla beans on the market.
VanillaPura vanilla beans are all shipped vacuum sealed for freshness and should be stored unrefrigerated in a cool, dry and dark place.