Pods
Pompona
DESCRIPTION
Pompona is a whole vanilla bean of the Vanilla pompona species from Madagascar, supplied by Vanilla Fair as large, fleshy, unsplit pods for pastry, catering, savory cuisine and the food industry. The pods measure 18 to 26 cm (7.1 to 10.2 inches), with a humidity level of 32 to 36% and a vanillin rate of 1.6 to 2.2%.
- Botanical name:
- Vanilla pompona
- Origin:
- Madagascar
- Appellation:
- Pompona
- Appearance:
- Large, plump, unsplit pods with a glossy, oily texture and rich dark brown to black color
- Use:
- Pastry, catering, food industry
SPECIFICATION
- Composition:
- 100% vanilla beans
- Humidity level:
- 32 to 36%
- Available lengths:
- 18 to 26 cm | 7.1 to 10.2 inches
- Vanillin rate:
- 1.6 to 2.2%
- Aromatic profile:
- Rich, complex aroma with floral, fruity, spicy, balsamic, earthy, and creamy notes
- 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.
- Vacuum-packed 250g, 1kg, 5kg, 10kg (0.55 lb, 2.20 lb, 11.02 lb, 22.05 lb)
- Bulk in waxed cartons
- In tubes 2, 5, and 10 pods
Our packaging can be customized to suit your needs
Key specs
- Vanillin
- 1.6–2.2%
- Moisture
- 32–36%
- Length
- 18–26 cm
Typical values from the product sheet. Final specifications are confirmed with each quote.
MORE DETAILS
Pompona Vanilla: An Exceptional Aromatic Treasure
The Pompona vanilla stands out with its fleshy pods and unique complex aromatic profile. Originating from a rare variety in Madagascar, our Pompona vanilla offers an incomparable sensory experience, combining floral, fruity, spicy, balsamic, and creamy notes. Its exceptional vanillin content, between 1.6 and 2.2%, makes it a premium ingredient for the most demanding gastronomic creations.
Sourced from our partner growers and cooperatives in Madagascar, each pod is meticulously selected to ensure consistent quality and optimal aromatic richness.
Premium Vanilla for Gastronomy
Pompona vanilla is cherished by chefs and artisans for its versatility and exceptional aromatic richness.
Distinctive Characteristics:
- Fleshy unsplit pods with silky touch
- Glossy, oily texture
- Deep dark brown to intense black color
- Generous length: 18 to 26 cm
- Complex and refined aromatic profile
Gastronomic Applications:
- Fine Dining: Perfect for chefs’ signature dishes
- Pastry: Enhance your sweet creations
- Savory Dishes: Excellent for sauces and marinades
- Infusions: For refined broths and consommés
- Creative Pairings: Pairs beautifully with white meats, shellfish, and fish
A vanilla favored by chefs for its versatility in gastronomic cuisine.
Storing Pompona Vanilla
To preserve all the aromas of your Pompona vanilla:
- Temperature: Store between 12-19°C (53.6-66.2°F)
- Protection: Keep away from air and light
- Packaging: Store in original sealed packaging
- Shelf Life: 12 to 24 months under optimal conditions
Optimal storage conditions to preserve all aromatic richness.
Discover Our Gourmet Range
Explore our selection of exceptional products:
- Gourmet Bourbon Vanilla: The excellence of Madagascar vanilla.
- TK Black Pods: For intense creations.
- Vanilla Caviar: The quintessence of vanilla.
- Gourmet Paste: Convenience meets authentic flavor.
- Gourmet Pearls: For a touch of elegance.
- Premium Powder: Pure refinement.
- Signature Powder: Our exclusive creation.
Contact our experts to discover our complete gourmet range.
Compare with
- Bourbon Gourmet: Another Madagascar gourmet whole pod in the same range, while Pompona stands apart as the Vanilla pompona species with fleshy, unsplit pods of 18 to 26 cm.
- TK Black: A gourmet pod aimed at intense creations, to weigh against Pompona's floral, fruity and balsamic profile with 1.6 to 2.2% vanillin.
Guides for buyers
- How to store and preserve vanilla to maintain aroma and quality: Practical storage advice to keep Pompona pods within their 12 to 24 month shelf life.
- Vanilla Bean Grades Explained: Grade A vs B, Gourmet, TK, Red and Cuts: Places gourmet pods like Pompona in the wider grading system used by the vanilla trade.
Estimate your vanilla needs
Indicative range, confirmed by our QC with your quote.
Your estimate
- Per year
- 67.6 kgEstimate
- Per batch
- 325 g
- Per month
- 5.63 kg
- Pods per year
- ≈ 5,4104,510 to 6,760
Dose 6.5 g/kg 0.65 % w/w Sourced
- Note Pod count is an estimate from average pod weights. We sell by weight. (Quel est le poids d'une gousse de vanille ? • Norohy, Combien de gousses dans un kilo de vanille et quel rendement, FAQ, Vanilla Products USA)
How it is calculated
Each line shows its formula with your numbers, its status and its source ids (listed under "How we calculate").
- Dose (Standard)6.5 g/kg (0.65 % w/w)
Dosage table (basis below) - Published range3 to 10 g/kg
Light to Intense - Per batch325 g
6.5 g/kg × 50 kg - Per week1.3 kg
325 g × 4 - Per year67.6 kg
1.3 kg × 52 - Per month5.63 kg
67.6 kg ÷ 12 - Pods per year≈ 5,410 (4,510 to 6,760)
67.6 kg ÷ 12.5 g per pod (pods of 10 to 15 g) - Vanilla paste (paste ratio)113 kg per year
67.6 kg ÷ 0.6 - Vanilla powder (ground whole pods) · Natural Powder (dry matter)49 kg per year
67.6 kg × (1 − 0.34) ÷ (1 − 0.09) - Bourbon Gourmet instead (vanillin basis)61.2 kg per year
67.6 kg × 1.9 ÷ 2.1 - TK Black instead (vanillin basis)65.9 kg per year
67.6 kg × 1.9 ÷ 1.95
Worked example
Pastry & bakery, Gourmet whole pods (Pompona). Intensity: Standard. Batches of 50 kg, 4 batches per week.
- Note Pod count is an estimate from average pod weights. We sell by weight.
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Questions about Pompona
Pompona vanilla comes from the species Vanilla pompona, grown in Madagascar and sourced by Vanilla Fair from partner growers and cooperatives. The pods are large, plump and unsplit, with a glossy, oily texture and a dark brown to black color. The composition is 100% vanilla beans.
Pompona vanilla has a rich, complex aroma with floral, fruity, spicy, balsamic, earthy and creamy notes. The vanillin rate of Vanilla Fair's Pompona pods is 1.6 to 2.2%.
Vanilla Fair's Pompona pods have a humidity level of 32 to 36%. They are available in lengths from 18 to 26 cm (7.1 to 10.2 inches), all year round.
Pompona pods are available vacuum-packed in 250 g, 1 kg, 5 kg and 10 kg (0.55 lb, 2.20 lb, 11.02 lb and 22.05 lb). They are also supplied in bulk in waxed cartons, or in tubes of 2, 5 and 10 pods.
Store Pompona pods at room temperature between +12°C and +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 and do not store the pods near other spices. Under these conditions the shelf life is 12 to 24 months.
Yes, besides pastry, catering and the food industry, Pompona vanilla is used in sauces, marinades, broths and consommés. It pairs with white meats, shellfish and fish.
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