BEU Permaculture Gourmet Vanilla - Whole vanilla beans 16-18 cm
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- Description
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- Appearance and fragrance profile
- Application
- Suitable for
Hand-picked, sun-dried gourmet vanilla pods from Uganda, grown according to permaculture principles.
- High-quality vanilla pods of the Planifolia variety
- Length: 15–18 cm, Grade A
- Moisture content: approx. 28%-35%
- Contains approximately 30,000 aromatic seeds
- 100% natural – no artificial additives
Our pods are shiny black-brown and flexible.
As soon as you open the glass tube, an intense, sweet aroma unfolds – a sign of the careful fermentation and expert storage.
Cut the pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with the tip of a knife.
Reuse the scraped pod for flavoring (e.g. sugar, cream).
✔ Baked goods & desserts
✔ Vanilla sugar & extracts
✔ Coffee & Cocoa
✔ Savory dishes (fish, seafood, tomato sauces)
Ugandan Gourmet Vanilla – Variety Planifolia
Our Ugandan gourmet vanilla, Planifolia variety, is characterized by a higher vanillin content than vanilla from other growing regions. The result: a sweeter, fuller, and more luxurious aroma. The scents are reminiscent of chocolate, dried fruits, and nuts —ideal for adding depth and sophistication to your culinary creations.
This vanilla bean is a Grade A bean with approximately 35% moisture content
The length of a vanilla pod has a direct influence on the number of seeds it contains.
With our high-quality BEU Organic Vanilla, you need fewer pods per recipe – because they are particularly aromatic and rich. Our carefully selected pods are between 15 and 18 cm long .
Permaculture Model Farm, Jinja, Uganda
A little insight into the cultivation of vanilla
Origin & Cultivation
Aromatic luxury with impact!
Vanilla is the fruit of a tropical orchid species and is one of the world's most prized spices. Each blossom is pollinated by hand, the pods are fermented for weeks, and dried daily in the sun.
Direct trade and permaculture cultivation are still rare in vanilla production, as around 80% of the global harvest is controlled via Madagascar .
We consciously focus on direct relationships with smallholder farmers' cooperatives in Uganda , where vanilla is cultivated according to permaculture principles . This enables regenerative agriculture and a fair, transparent, and resilient supply chain – away from the dominant, often opaque global markets.
FAQ
Storage of vanilla pods
Optimal conditions
- Temperature: cool, but not in the refrigerator → ideal is 16–20 °C
- Humidity: moderate, not too dry , otherwise the pods become brittle
- Sun protection: protect from direct sunlight
- Avoid contact with air: Store in airtight glass tubes or vacuum bags. Alternatively: in a food-safe container with slightly damp baking paper or butter paper.
Tip:
Vanilla breathes – if stored too airtight or too dry, it loses aroma and oil.
It is best to “air” it out briefly every few months (open it for 1-2 minutes), then close it again.
Best before date (BBD)
Legal and practical
- For dried, fermented vanilla pods , the best before date is 24 months from the date of packaging, which is standard and entirely appropriate. In practice, vanilla retains its high quality for up to 3–4 years when stored properly.
- Important: The best before date is not an expiration date → after the expiration date, the product can usually be used again as long as the smell, color and consistency are normal.