Gourmet
Pearl
DESCRIPTION
Vanilla Pearls are uniform dark brown beads grated from split vanilla beans from Madagascar, used by pastry chefs, ice cream makers and chocolatiers to add concentrated vanilla flavour and a visible garnish to desserts. They keep 12 to 24 months stored at 12–19°C (53.6–66.2°F) and come in 100 g to 1 kg jars or custom bulk packaging.
- Product Name:
- Vanilla Pearl
- Origin:
- Madagascar
- Description:
- Made from split vanilla pods from Madagascar, our Vanilla Pearls are known for their unrivaled aromatic power and ease of use
- Usage:
- Ideal for adding a concentrated burst of vanilla taste to desserts, baked goods, and gourmet dishes
SPECIFICATION
- Composition:
- Grated from split vanilla beans of high quality, uniform beads
- Appearance:
- Rich, dark brown pearls with a smooth texture
- Flavor Profile:
- Vanilla flavor with a sweet, lingering finish
- Shelf life:
- 12 to 24 months under storage conditions described hereafter
PACKAGING AND STORAGE
CAPACITY:
- Availability:
- All year round
- Preservation – storage:
- Room temperature (12 °C to 19 °C/53.6°F to 66.2°F) in the original packaging, correctly closed, away from air and light. Avoid significant and repeated thermal shocks. Do not store it near other spices
PACKAGING:
Minimum order: 50 kg per order, all formats combined. The sizes below are packaging formats.
- Jar Sizes: Available in 100g, 250g, 500g, and 1kg jars (0.22 lb, 0.55 lb, 1.10 lb & 2.20 lb)
- Bulk: Custom packaging options are available for larger orders, ideal for industrial use
Our packaging can be customized to suit your needs
Key specs
- Formats
- 100 g – 1 kg
Typical values from the product sheet. Final specifications are confirmed with each quote.
MORE DETAILS
Vanilla Pearls: A Gourmet Innovation
The vanilla pearls represent the pinnacle of culinary convenience and flavor intensity. Carefully extracted from premium Madagascar vanilla pods, these pearls deliver concentrated bursts of authentic vanilla flavor in an elegant, easy-to-use format. Their uniform size and exceptional aromatic power make them a favorite among pastry chefs and culinary artisans.
Our gourmet vanilla pearls are crafted meticulously, preserving the complex flavor profile of premium Madagascar vanilla.
Culinary Excellence in Every Pearl
It was created for culinary professionals seeking precision and excellence in their creations.
Culinary Applications:
- Fine Pastry: Perfect for mousses, creams, and delicate desserts
- Artisanal Ice Cream: Ideal for custom flavor creation
- Chocolate Making: Excellent for truffles and pralines
- Creative Plating: Beautiful garnishing element
- Signature Desserts: Add visual and flavor impact
Product Features:
- Rich, Dark Brown Color: Visually striking presentation
- Smooth Texture: Elegant mouthfeel
- Intense Flavor: Concentrated vanilla impact
- Natural Composition: Pure vanilla extract
Elevate your creations with the perfect balance of flavor and functionality.
Storage and Handling
To maintain optimal flavor and appearance:
- Temperature: Store between 12-19°C (53.6-66.2°F)
- Protection: Keep away from air and light
- Packaging: Keep in original sealed container
- Shelf Life: 12-24 months when properly stored
Preserve the excellence of your vanilla pearls with proper storage.
Discover Our Gourmet Range
Explore our selection of premium vanilla products:
- Gourmet Bourbon Vanilla: Classic Madagascar excellence.
- TK Black Pods: For intense flavor profiles.
- Vanilla Caviar: Pure vanilla seeds.
- Gourmet Paste: Ready-to-use convenience.
- Premium Powder: Fine vanilla powder.
- Signature Powder: Our exclusive blend.
Contact our experts to explore our complete gourmet range.
Compare with
- Caviar: Caviar is pure vanilla seeds, whereas the Pearls are uniform beads grated from split beans.
- Premium Powder: Premium Powder is a fine vanilla powder, while the Pearls are whole uniform beads for garnish and flavour.
Guides for buyers
- How to store and preserve vanilla to maintain aroma and quality: Explains the storage conditions that protect the aroma of vanilla products such as pearls.
- Vanilla and Ice Cream: unveiling the Bean-to-Scoop transformation: Useful for ice cream makers using vanilla pearls in artisanal flavours.
- Madagascar Vanilla for Professionals: Gives the Madagascar sourcing background behind the gourmet range.
Estimate your vanilla needs
Indicative range, confirmed by our QC with your quote.
Your estimate
- Per year
- 35.9 kgEstimate
- Per batch
- 173 g
- Per month
- 2.99 kg
- Pods per year
- ≈
Dose 3.8 g/L 0.38 % w/v Estimate
- Note Doses are per litre of mix before freezing. At 100 % overrun, 1 L of mix gives about 2 L of ice cream. Mix density ≈ 1.1 kg/L. (Overrun Calculations, Ice Cream Technology e-Book)
- Note Indicative range, confirmed by our QC with your quote.
How it is calculated
Each line shows its formula with your numbers, its status and its source ids (listed under "How we calculate").
- Batch in L45.45 L
50 kg ÷ 1.1 kg/L - Dose (Standard)3.8 g/L (0.38 % w/v)
Dosage table (basis below) - Published range2 to 5.5 g/L
Light to Intense - Per batch173 g
3.8 g/L × 45.45 L - Per week691 g
173 g × 4 - Per year35.9 kg
691 g × 52 - Per month2.99 kg
35.9 kg ÷ 12
Worked example
Ice cream & frozen desserts, Vanilla pearls (Vanilla Pearls). Intensity: Standard. Batches of 50 kg, 4 batches per week.
- Note Doses are per litre of mix before freezing. At 100 % overrun, 1 L of mix gives about 2 L of ice cream. Mix density ≈ 1.1 kg/L.
- Note Indicative range, confirmed by our QC with your quote.
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Questions about Pearl
Vanilla Pearls from Vanilla Fair are uniform beads grated from split vanilla beans from Madagascar. They are rich dark brown with a smooth texture and a sweet, lingering vanilla finish. The format is designed to give a concentrated burst of vanilla in desserts, baked goods and gourmet dishes.
Vanilla Pearls are uniform beads grated from split Madagascar vanilla beans, while Vanilla Caviar consists of pure vanilla seeds. Caviar is the choice when you want only the seeds of the bean.
Vanilla Pearls suit mousses, creams and delicate desserts, artisanal ice cream, and truffles and pralines. Their uniform size also makes them a garnishing element for plated and signature desserts.
Vanilla Pearls keep 12 to 24 months when stored at room temperature between +12°C and +19°C (53.6°F to 66.2°F). Keep them in the original packaging, correctly closed, away from air and light. Avoid significant and repeated thermal shocks and do not store them near other spices.
Vanilla Pearls are available in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg jars (0.22 lb, 0.55 lb, 1.10 lb and 2.20 lb). Custom bulk packaging is available for larger orders, suited to industrial use. The product is available all year round.