Premium Vanilla Bean Pods — Madagascar Bourbon Grade A

🌱 Why You'll Love Them

• A-Grade Quality — plump, oily, 30%+ moisture
• Madagascan Bourbon — the world's finest vanilla origin
• Visible Seeds — those beautiful black specks in your baking
• Extraordinary Aroma — nothing artificial comes close

✨ How to Use

🍰 Baking: Split, scrape seeds into batter. Add pod to infuse.

🍮 Custard: Infuse in warm cream/milk for vanilla custard or ice cream.

🧁 Crème Brûlée: Seeds in the custard = visible luxury.

🧂 Vanilla Sugar: Bury used pod in sugar jar — vanilla sugar in 2 weeks!

🥤 Smoothies: Scrape half a pod into tropical smoothies.

📦 Not Sure How Much to Buy?

Here's what you get in each airtight pouch:

🔹 10g Pack: Approx. 2–3 premium pods
Perfect for trying out a specific recipe.

🔹 20g Pack: Approx. 4–6 premium pods
Our best seller for regular bakers.

🔹 50g Pack: Approx. 11–15 premium pods
The ultimate value for serious dessert makers.

🍮 Recipe: Real Vanilla Custard

• 1 Vanilla Pod (split, seeds scraped)
• 2 cups milk + 1/2 cup cream
• 4 egg yolks + 1/3 cup sugar + 2 tbsp cornflour

Method: Heat milk + cream + vanilla pod + seeds until steaming. Whisk yolks + sugar + cornflour. Temper with hot milk. Return to heat, stir until thick. Strain. The most luxurious custard you'll ever make. 😍

🤝 Pairs Perfectly With

• Vanilla Powder — for convenience

• Ceylon Cinnamon — for baking

• Coconut Sugar — for caramel desserts

• Cardamom Ground — for exotic sweets

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store vanilla beans?

Keep them in a cool, dark place like your pantry. Do not refrigerate — this can dry them out or encourage mould. Keep them tightly sealed in their Premium Spices airtight pouch.

How long do they last?

Stored correctly in an airtight container, they'll stay plump and moist for 6–12 months. The pods may develop a white frosting over time — that's vanillin crystals, a sign of quality, not mould!

Where can I buy vanilla beans in NZ?

Premium Spices offers A-grade Madagascan Vanilla Bean Pods online in New Zealand. We ship nationwide from Auckland, ensuring you receive fresh, plump pods ready for your next bake.

💡 Zero Waste Tip: After scraping seeds, don't throw the pod! (1) Infuse in cream/milk (2) Make vanilla sugar (3) Add to a jar of rum for homemade vanilla extract. One pod = multiple uses!

💪 Health Benefits

• Antioxidant Rich — Contains natural compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress
• Anti-Inflammatory — May help reduce inflammation when used regularly in cooking
• Digestive Support — Traditionally used to aid digestion and ease bloating
• Nutrient Dense — Packed with vitamins and minerals in every serving