BEU Permaculture Vanilla - Whole vanilla beans 13-15 cm
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- Description
- Content and quality
- Appearance and fragrance profile
- Application
- Suitable for
Naturally fermented vanilla from permaculture cultivation in Uganda
This vanilla is between Grade A and Grade C in quality: slightly shorter than the premium pods, but just as aromatic, soft and oily .
It is ideal for direct use in the kitchen and is perfectly suited for individual sale (e.g. in glass tubes) or for professional applications in gastronomy and delicatessen production.
- Variety: Vanilla planifolia
- Quality: Grade B – aromatic, soft, slightly shorter than Grade A
- Length: 13–15 cm
- Moisture content: approx. 25–28%
- Contents (250 g): ≈ 90–100 pods
- Aroma: sweet, full-bodied, with notes of caramel, chocolate and dried fruits
- 100% natural: no artificial additives or vanillin
- Origin: Uganda – Broadfield Enterprises Uganda (BEU)
Our Grade B pods are deep brown to black , pliable, slightly shiny and rich in vanilla oil.
When opened, they unfold a sweet, warm, intense vanilla aroma – a sign of careful fermentation and natural maturation.
- Ideal for baked goods, desserts, ice cream, coffee, cocoa and fine sauces
- Cut the pod lengthwise, scrape out the seeds with the tip of a knife and use the pulp directly
- The scraped pod can then be used to flavor sugar, cream, or liqueurs (e.g., for homemade vanilla sugar).
- Not intended for powder processing – their quality is too high for that
💡 Tip:
For vanilla sugar: put the scraped pods in a jar with sugar and let it steep for 1-2 weeks.
✔ Delicatessen producers, pastry chefs & chocolatiers
✔ Cafes, restaurants & ice cream parlors
✔ Delicatessen (individual pods in jars or bundles)
✔ Private customers who want to work with real gourmet vanilla
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 B bean with a moisture content of approximately 25–28%
The length of a vanilla pod directly influences the number of seeds it contains – Grade B pods are slightly shorter than Grade A, but just as aromatic, soft, and oily. With our high-quality BEU Permaculture Vanilla, you need fewer pods per recipe, as they are particularly rich and intense in flavor. Our carefully selected pods are between 13 and 15 cm long and develop a sweet, warm aroma with notes of caramel, chocolate, and dried fruit.
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.