1 Kg Madagascar Bourbon Black Vanilla – Premium Pods 16/20 cm | Gourmet Vanilla – Comptoir Des Epices Madagascar
Discover the excellence of Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans, renowned worldwide as the finest choice for chefs and pastry makers.
Our 1 kg selection of 16/20 cm Bourbon Black Vanilla offers supple, glossy pods with a rich and complex aroma, featuring warm, woody, and floral notes.
👉 Perfect for
- Pastry creations (custards, ice creams, cakes, entremets)
- Chocolaterie and confectionery
- Infusions, teas, and spiced rums
- Professionals seeking consistent, traceable quality
🌱 Grown in Madagascar’s plantations, our vanilla beans are cultivated through environmentally responsible practices and supported by a fair supply chain.
With Comptoir Des Epices Madagascar, you are guaranteed full traceability, premium quality, and a social commitment to local communities.
📋 Product Information
- Brand: Comptoir Des Epices Madagascar
- Product: Madagascar Bourbon Black Vanilla – 16/20 cm Pods
- Origin: Madagascar (SAVA region)
- Net Weight: 1 kg
- Variety: Vanilla planifolia (Bourbon)
- Moisture: 30–35 %
- Packaging: Vacuum-sealed pouch
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container, away from air, heat, and light
🔑 Key Features
🌍 Origin: Madagascar – SAVA region, globally recognized as the finest terroir for Bourbon vanilla.
📏 Premium Size: 16–20 cm pods, supple, plump, and glossy, naturally rich in vanillin.
💎 Gourmet Quality: Bourbon black vanilla – ideal for fine gastronomy, pastry, and chocolate making.
🌱 100% Natural: No additives, no preservatives, grown sustainably with respect for the environment.
📦 Packaging: 1 kg vacuum-sealed pouch (approx. 250–300 pods depending on harvest).
❤️ Social Impact: Comptoir Des Epices Madagascar supports local farmers (70% women employed) and funds educational and environmental projects.
🍮 Recipe – Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Dessert Cream
A timeless pastry classic. With real Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans, you’ll achieve an intense flavor, creamy texture, and authentic recipe that highlights the premium quality of 16/20 cm black vanilla.
📝 Ingredients (serves 4)
- 500 ml whole milk
- 1 Madagascar Bourbon vanilla pod (16/20 cm)
- 3 egg yolks
- 80 g cane sugar
- 20 g cornstarch
- 1 pinch of salt
👉 Variation: Use organic Bourbon vanilla powder or natural alcohol-free vanilla extract to intensify the aroma.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Preparation
- Infuse the vanilla
Split the vanilla pod lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both seeds and pod to the milk. Heat gently until simmering, then let infuse for 15 minutes to release the full aroma. - Prepare the egg mixture
In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. - Cook the cream
Gradually pour the warm vanilla-infused milk (without the pod) into the egg mixture while whisking. Return to the saucepan and cook gently, stirring constantly, until the cream thickens and coats the spoon. - Chill & serve
Pour the cream into ramekins, let cool, then refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve chilled, topped with a dusting of Bourbon vanilla powder.
✨ Chef’s Tips
- Use fresh, supple Madagascar Bourbon vanilla pods for an authentic aroma.
- For a richer version, add heavy cream or a touch of natural cocoa butter.
- Perfect served with fresh fruit, a chocolate fondant, or as a filling for vanilla tarts.
Professional pastry chefs and gourmet enthusiasts value 16/20 cm Bourbon black vanilla for its unparalleled aromatic intensity.
1 Kg VANILLA BEANS | PREMIUM
At Comptoir Des Epices Madagascar, quality is not negotiable: it is cultivated, controlled, and certified — at the heart of our family-owned cooperative established in Madagascar’s rural regions.
✅ Certified Organic Farming
All our products are carefully grown within our cooperative, following the principles of organic agriculture.
They are certified by ECOCERT France (FR-BIO-01) and fully comply with the strict standards of European Organic Agriculture (AB).🌍 Full Traceability – from plant to plate
Every batch is entirely traceable: we know the origin, the plot, and the farmer.
No middlemen, no opacity. Only transparency and respect for the value chain.🌱 Traditional, Handcrafted Methods
Our spices, cacao, and vanilla are processed by hand, respecting local traditions, to preserve their aromas, purity, and natural energy.🤝 A Truly Fair Trade Model
Our approach is based on valuing producers, ensuring fair remuneration, decent working conditions, and long-term commitment to rural women and families.