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Vanilla Bourbon Black Grade A 10-12 cm from Madagascar — Plump and Fragrant Pods
Our Bourbon black vanilla Grade A 10-12 cm from Madagascar pods are selected for their suppleness, plump texture and intense fragrance with notes of cocoa and dried fruit. This shorter format is ideal for discerning individuals and artisans seeking excellent value for money.
Aromatic Profile
These pods develop a rich, deep, warm aroma: notes of caramel, cocoa and dried fruit. Black, glossy and supple, they release naturally intense vanillin from the very first incision.
Recommended Uses
ⓘ Technical Information
| Botanical species / family | Vanilla planifolia / Orchidaceae |
| Commercial grade | Short Gourmet |
| Moisture | 32–35% maximum |
| Vanillin content | 1.5–2% |
| Technical spec criteria | Length, moisture, vanillin, black/dark brown color, flexibility, glossy appearance, average pod weight, split/unsplit pods, foreign matter, microbiology, pesticides |
| Available packaging | 5 / 10 / 20 / 40 pods; 250 g; 500 g; 1 kg |
| Main use | Pastry-making, ice cream making, specialty grocers, premium retail |
| FR/EU compliance | ISO 5565; EU pesticide MRLs; EU contaminants; microbiology; FR labeling |
Storage
Store your pods rolled in food-grade paper or in an airtight tube, away from light, at room temperature (15–20°C). Optimal shelf life: 12 to 24 months.
Why Choose My Spices Land?
Direct importer from Madagascar, My Spices Land guarantees full traceability, rigorous quality control on receipt, and airtight packaging to preserve aroma upon delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between 10-12 cm and 13-15 cm?
The 10-12 cm size offers the same aromatic profile as the longer pods, with a slight price advantage. Ideal for everyday use in pastry-making.
How do you split and scrape a pod?
Slit the pod lengthwise with the tip of a knife, open it up, and scrape out the seeds with the back of the blade. Use the empty pod to flavor vanilla sugar.


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