MADAGASCAR BLACK BOURBON GRADE A: GOURMET
Size: 14 cm to 17 cm
Moisture: 32% - 35%
Vanilin content: 1.5% - 2.2%
Type: natural fresh bean
Country of origin: Madagascar
Shelf-life: 2 years
Birth of a Precious Spice
"Discover the allure of Gourmet Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Beans. Handpicked from the lush fields of Madagascar, our Grade A vanilla pods offer an unparalleled flavor profile. Elevate your culinary creations and unlock a world of flavors with the richness of our gourmet vanilla beans."
Vanilla processing
1. Growing vanilla
Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla is a unique vanilla plantation that thrives in a tropical climate with balanced humidity and fertile soils. The farmers use a hand-pollination technique to ensure precision in pollination, laying the groundwork for the development of high-quality vanilla beans. The vanilla vines are nurtured for several months, protected from harsh weather, and monitored for ripeness, ensuring the beans reach the perfect stage of maturity.
2. Dipping
After harvest, beans are heated to 60-70�?�°C for three days, depending on size, split on the vine, and water temperature. A master curer dips the beans, killing the outer vegetative skin and other pathogens. This stops growth and releases enzymes for the production of vanillin, the bean's primary flavor component. The timing depends on these factors.
3. Sweating
After extracting beans from water, they are wrapped tightly in wool blankets and stored in a dark, airtight container to preserve heat and steam. Enzymes convert cellulose and starches into vanillin, giving vanilla its subtle aroma. Steaming is a process that lasts three to four days, keeping the vanilla heat and leather. After drying in the sun, the pods are successful when they turn chocolate color, or dotted with chocolate and green.
4. Drying
Drying has two stages: Sun drying and drying in the shade
STEP 1 - Sun drying
A large bag is used as a mat, followed by sheets, which are blankets or pieces of bags cut out. Vanilla is spread thinly on the sheets, allowing sun drying for two to three hours each day. The pods absorb the appropriate temperature, and the blankets are rolled up and transported back to the box. This process lasts for four days, with the vanilla returned to the box on the fifth day, deposited with rolled sheets or mats while respecting the steaming system.
STEP 2 - Drying in the shade
Drying in the shade Drying in the shade, as the name suggests, is not done outdoors like previously but inside the store. It consists of placing and spreading in an orderly manner the vanilla pods on drying racks after making by heads.
5. Packaging
The packaging of vanilla is divided into 5 successive stages:
- Bulk sorting
- Classification
- Measurement
- Packaging
- Storage
Ugandan GRAD A VANILLA PODS
Size: 12 cm to 20 cm
Moisture: 25% to 30%
Vanilin content: 1.5% - 2.2%
Type: natural fresh bean
Country of origin: Uganda
Shelf-life: 2 years
Birth of a Precious Spice
"Introducing a culinary treasure that captures the essence of Uganda's rich terroir - Grade A Ugandan Vanilla Beans. Grown amidst the fertile lands and embraced by the gentle equatorial breeze, these vanilla beans embody the birth of a precious spice, promising an aromatic journey unlike any other.
Our Grade A Ugandan Vanilla Beans are meticulously cultivated and handpicked to ensure exceptional quality. Each bean is a testament to the dedication of our farmers and the unique character of Uganda's soil and climate. Known for their plumpness, moisture content, and exquisite flavor profile, these beans are the cornerstone of extraordinary culinary experiences.
From the heart of Uganda's vanilla plantations to your kitchen creations, these Grade A beans hold the promise of transforming your dishes into culinary masterpieces. Embrace the magic of Ugandan vanilla and embark on a flavor-filled journey that pays homage to the birth of a truly precious spice."
MADAGASCAR BLACK BOURBON GRADE A VANILLA BEANS : GOURMET
Size: 14 cm to 17 cm
Moisture: 32% - 35%
Vanilin content: 1.5% - 2.2%
Type: natural fresh bean
Country of origin: Madagascar
Shelf-life: 2 years
Birth of a Precious Spice
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Amidst the sun-kissed landscapes of Madagascar, a remarkable transformation unfolds, giving rise to a culinary treasure like no other. It's the birth of a precious spice, a journey that begins with the care and dedication of skilled hands.
High in the vibrant vanilla plantations, Grade A Madagascar Vanilla Beans are carefully nurtured to perfection. From the moment they are delicately hand-pollinated to the time they are harvested at their prime, these vanilla beans thrive under the watchful eyes of local farmers who have honed their craft through generations.
As the beans are gathered, the sun casts its gentle warmth upon them, encouraging the release of rich and aromatic vanillin compounds. The vanilla pods are then expertly cured, undergoing a meticulous process that awakens their distinctive flavor and fragrance.
But the journey doesn't end there. Guided by time-honored wisdom, the cured beans embark on a new chapter, transformed into Grade A Madagascar Vanilla Powder. Through a delicate dance of grinding and refining, the beans release their essence, becoming a potent and versatile culinary enhancer.
With every sprinkle of this vanilla powder, kitchens around the world come alive with the soulful essence of Madagascar. From decadent desserts to savory masterpieces, the journey of this precious spice adds a symphony of flavors that elevates each dish to artistry.
It's a journey of passion, patience, and tradition â?? a journey that encompasses the very heart of Madagascar's rich soil, warm sun, and dedicated hands. As you embrace the magic of this precious spice, you partake in the culmination of centuries of knowledge, an exquisite gift that graces your creations with the essence of a distant land.
Experience the birth of a precious spice, and let the legacy of Madagascar's Grade A Vanilla Powder unfold within your culinary endeavors.
Introducing Grade A Ugandan Vanilla Pods, a culinary treasure originating from the fertile lands of Uganda. These natural fresh beans are carefully nurtured to perfection, capturing the essence of Uganda's unique terroir. With a size ranging from 12 cm to 20 cm and a moisture content between 25% and 30%, these vanilla pods are brimming with flavor potential, boasting a vanilin content of 1.5% to 2.2%.
Our journey into the birth of this precious spice begins with the lush vanilla plantations of Uganda. Nestled under the gentle equatorial breeze, our Grade A Ugandan Vanilla Beans thrive in an ideal environment with rich soil and a balanced climate. Our dedicated farmers employ meticulous hand-pollination techniques to ensure the development of exquisite vanilla beans.
The beans, plump and brimming with flavor, undergo a carefully orchestrated processing method:
Growing Vanilla: In the heart of Madagascar, our vanilla plantations enjoy tropical warmth and fertile soils. Meticulous hand-pollination ensures precise flower pollination, laying the foundation for exquisite vanilla beans.
Dipping: Within three days of harvest, beans are dipped in hot water at temperatures ranging from 60�°C to 70�°C, with timing depending on bean size and other variables. This process kills the vegetative skin and activates vanillin production, the primary flavor component.
Sweating: Immediately after dipping, beans are tightly wrapped in wool blankets and stored in a dark, airtight container. This initiates enzymatic reactions that transform cellulose and starches into vanillin, giving vanilla its subtle aroma.
Drying: The drying process involves two stages: sun drying and drying in the shade. Sun drying begins by spreading the beans on sheets under the sun for several days, with regular rolling and returning to the box. Drying in the shade takes place indoors on drying racks after bean heads are made.
Packaging: The final stage of vanilla processing involves bulk sorting, classification, measurement, packaging, and storage. These meticulous steps ensure that only the finest Grade A Ugandan Vanilla Pods reach your kitchen.
Each step in this journey is a testament to the dedication of our farmers and the unique character of Uganda's soil and climate. Our Grade A beans promise to transform your dishes into culinary masterpieces, paying homage to the birth of this truly precious spice.
With a shelf-life of 2 years, you can savor the magic of Ugandan vanilla in your culinary creations for an extended period. Embark on a flavor-filled journey and experience the essence of Uganda's rich terroir with Grade A Ugandan Vanilla Pods. Whether you're a professional chef or a home cook, these vanilla pods are your key to unlocking a world of delightful flavors. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your cooking to new heights with the finest Ugandan vanilla beans.
