Organic Bourbon Vanilla | Pods 18/20cm

What is it about / Product description

Organic Bourbon vanilla from Madagascar is one of the classic spices of professional cuisine. The long, almost black pods of the 18/20 cm length category are rich in soft vanilla pulp and develop a warm, sweet aroma with fine caramel notes.

Controlled organic cultivation, careful hand pollination and several weeks of fermentation result in vanilla with a high aroma density and reliable quality. Biova offers this whole Bourbon vanilla as high-yield bulk goods, ideal for gastronomy, patisserie and artisan producers.

In use, the organic Bourbon vanilla proves to be versatile – from desserts, ice cream and pastries to flavoured beverages. The vanilla pulp can be dosed precisely, supports consistent recipe quality and also allows further use of the scraped pods.

Origin

The vanilla pods come from selected plantations in Madagascar, a core region for high-quality Bourbon vanilla. The tropical climate with high humidity and constant temperatures promotes an intense aroma profile, as Biova requires for its organic spice range.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The vanilla orchids are cultivated according to the guidelines of organic farming, without synthetic pesticides or artificial fertilizers. The flowers are pollinated by hand, the pods are harvested at the optimal ripening time and then fermented for several weeks and gently dried.

Special features

Characteristic are whole pods in the 18/20 cm quality category with a dark, almost black colour and slightly oily surfaces. The flexible texture indicates a high vanillin content and professional fermentation; as bulk goods with 1.05 kg per unit, this Biova product is particularly interesting for commercial users.

Differences in origin and processing

Bourbon vanilla from Madagascar offers a rounded, sweet and classic aroma profile that stands out from vanilla of other origins due to its harmonious, warm note. Traditional on-site fermentation ensures stable aroma values and a well-calculable quality in professional use.

Taste & smell

On the nose, an intense, sweet-warm vanilla aroma unfolds with hints of caramel and light chocolate nuances. On the palate, the organic Bourbon vanilla is full-bodied, soft and balanced, without sharp or bitter notes – ideal as a base for desserts, ice cream, pastries and flavoured drinks.

Possible applications

• Refining desserts such as crème brûlée, pudding, ice cream and fine pastries
• Making homemade vanilla sugar, vanilla extract or vanilla syrup
• Flavouring milk, cream, spirits as well as coffee and tea specialities

Product specification

• Country of origin: Madagascar
• Grain size: Pieces / whole (whole pods)
• Colour: Black
• Commercial form: Bulk goods, 1.05 kg per unit