Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract | Vanilla planifolia

Vanilla planifolia originated in tropical America, but Madagascar became one of the great centres of vanilla cultivation after the orchid reached the Indian Ocean.

The name Bourbon vanilla comes from Réunion Island, formerly known as Île Bourbon, and became associated with Vanilla planifolia grown across Madagascar, Réunion and neighbouring islands.

For an extract, however, the story continues after the bean has been cured.

Alcohol acts as the extraction medium, drawing aromatic compounds from the cured vanilla into a liquid that can be measured a few drops at a time.

Our process begins with whole Grade A beans rather than a premade vanilla flavour base.

The bean creates the character. The extraction carries it into the bottle.

A 10 mL bottle provides approximately 200 drops, making it easy to control the intensity of vanilla in smaller preparations.

01 • Start Small

For coffee, cacao, icing, cream or individual desserts, begin with a few drops.

02 • Stir Through

Mix thoroughly so the extract disperses evenly through the preparation.

03 • Build to Taste

Add gradually until the vanilla character reaches the intensity you want.

04 • Bake With It

For cakes, biscuits, pastries, custards, panna cotta, ice cream and sauces, begin with the amount specified by your recipe and adjust where appropriate.

05 • Let Vanilla Be Noticed

Use it wherever genuine vanilla character should contribute to the finished recipe rather than disappear behind stronger flavours.

Product Details & Process

Botanical Name: Vanilla planifolia

Vanilla Type: Madagascar Bourbon

Bean Quality: Grade A Gourmet

Bean Origin: Madagascar

Ingredients: Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans, alcohol

Extraction Period: Approximately Three Months

Net Volume: 10 mL

This product contains alcohol and is intended as a culinary flavouring ingredient, not as a beverage.

Storage & Care

Keep the bottle tightly closed between uses.

Store in a cool, dark and dry cupboard away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and open flame.

Keep out of reach of children.