{"title":"Vanilla Pompona","description":"\u003cp\u003eVanilla pompona, nicknamed “banana vanilla”, fascinates with its large, plump beans, full of caviar. Rarer than its cousins, it offers a powerful and original aromatic profile: licorice, candied fruit, indulgent and woody notes. At Galand Vanille, this exceptional vanilla bean is hand-selected by Paul Galand, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vanille-direct-producteur\"\u003edirect from the growers\u003c\/a\u003e, then tasted with the same care as all our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanilles\"\u003evanilla beans\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is vanilla pompona?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVanilla pompona\u003c\/em\u003e Schiede is one of the few vanilla orchid species cultivated for their fruit, alongside \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/planifolia\"\u003eplanifolia\u003c\/a\u003e and tahitensis. On the vine, it is recognizable at first glance: its leaves are noticeably wider and thicker than those of its cousins, its growth more vigorous, and its short, swollen, plump beans resemble a small banana — hence its nickname. Its native range stretches from the Caribbean to northern South America, where it still often grows wild or semi-wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, pompona is unlike any other vanilla: less “vanilla-like” in the classic sense of the term, it unfolds aromas of licorice, candied fruit and tonka bean, carried by particularly abundant caviar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur pompona vanilla beans: 7 origins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur catalog brings together seven pompona origins, each tasted and selected by Paul Galand — a collection that, to our knowledge, you will not find at any other French vanilla sourcer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-nouvelle-caledonie\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePompona from New Caledonia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: ripe strawberry, banana, cinnamon — the fruitiest and most approachable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-tsy-taitry-madagascar\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTsy Taitry from Madagascar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: candied fruit and licorice, the little-known pompona of the Great Island.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-perou\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWild pompona from Peru “Sekut”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: tobacco, tonka, leather, red berries, with its coumarin naturally crystallized on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-martinique\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePompona from Martinique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: amarena cherry, candied apples, raspberries, honey, licorice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-bresil\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePompona from Brazil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: indulgent and woody notes, all roundness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-mexique\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePompona from Mexico\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: licorice and woody notes, at the heart of the species’ native range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-colombie\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePompona from Colombia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: candied fruit and an indulgent profile, from a very small harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is pompona so rare?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePompona remains marginal on the world vanilla market, and for good reasons. Like all vanillas, its flower must be hand-pollinated, flower by flower; its thick beans then require, according to the standards of the trade, several weeks to several months of curing, and green vanilla loses a large part of its weight during preparation. Above all, volumes are tiny: our pompona from Martinique represents less than 1 kg of production per year — which explains its exceptional price — and the one from Colombia less than 2 kg per year. At this scale, every bean counts, and an origin can disappear from the catalog for a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 7 origins at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDominant notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Caledonia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRipe strawberry, banana, cinnamon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruity, sunny, ideal for a first discovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadagascar (Tsy Taitry)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCandied fruit, licorice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Malagasy curiosity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeru “Sekut”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTobacco, tonka, leather, red berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWild, crystallized coumarin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMartinique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmarena cherry, candied apples, raspberries, honey, licorice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction under 1 kg per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndulgent and woody notes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound and generous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicorice, woody notes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn the cradle of the species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColombia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCandied fruit, indulgent profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction under 2 kg per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use vanilla pompona?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts aromatic power and generous caviar make it a vanilla of character, which comes into its own in dairy preparations: creams, ganaches, ice creams, rice pudding. Split the bean, scrape out the caviar and let everything infuse while hot. It also works wonders in infused rum (rhum arrangé), where its notes of licorice and candied fruit unfold slowly, and it surprises in savory cooking, with white fish or a creamy sauce. A single bean is often enough where you would use two of another species. To go further, see our guide \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/quelle-vanille-choisir-pour-quelle-recette-le-guide-des-accords-parfaits\"\u003ewhich vanilla for which recipe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTexture and curing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pompona we offer are gourmet grade: supple, plump, glossy beans with generous moisture. It is this texture that keeps the caviar creamy and lets the aromas continue to develop. Stored away from light and air, they improve for months — find all our advice in our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/comment-conserver-ses-gousses-de-vanille-le-guide-complet\"\u003estoring your vanilla beans properly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover more\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the unusual profiles of pompona appeal to you, continue exploring with our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tahitensis\"\u003etahitensis vanillas\u003c\/a\u003e with their floral and aniseed notes, or with our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanille-givree\"\u003efrosted vanilla collection\u003c\/a\u003e, whose natural vanillin crystals on the surface signal exceptional aromatic concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between pompona vanilla and Bourbon vanilla?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are two distinct botanical species. Bourbon vanilla from Madagascar (planifolia) develops an indulgent, buttery profile, with chocolate and caramel; pompona, rarer and plumper, plays on licorice, candied fruit and tonka. Two complementary worlds rather than competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it called “banana vanilla”?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its shape: the pompona bean is short, thick and swollen, with abundant flesh reminiscent of a small banana. It has nothing to do with its taste, which remains that of a great vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich pompona should you choose to start with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-nouvelle-caledonie\"\u003epompona from New Caledonia\u003c\/a\u003e, with its notes of ripe strawberry, banana and cinnamon, is the most immediate. Lovers of intense profiles will go straight to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-perou\"\u003eSekut from Peru\u003c\/a\u003e and its notes of tobacco, leather and tonka.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vanille-pompona-perou","title":"Vanilla pompona from Peru","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA wild intensity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense and wild, Pompona vanilla from Peru develops notes of tobacco, tonka, leather and red berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as \u003cstrong\u003e“Sekut”\u003c\/strong\u003e by the indigenous communities of the region, it is considered the original vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts identity is closely tied to its exceptional terroir: humid equatorial climate, dense vegetation, rich and living soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its aromatic power, this vanilla stands up very well to cooking. It balances sweet preparations perfectly, especially baked doughs such as croissants, brioches… In savory dishes, it pairs very well with roast meats, reduced sauces, robust jus, and above all foie gras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe careful with the dosage: the bitterness is pronounced, especially in the skin, where most of the aromatic compounds are concentrated. Use the whole bean, but sparingly. Used too heavily, it can dominate and unbalance a preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRare crystallization and molecular signature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to coumarin, Pompona naturally contains as much vanillin as a planifolia. It develops a true vanilla intensity, which brings it close to a planifolia vanilla. Despite its botanical differences, you clearly find that familiar aromatic thread: roundness, depth, a clear vanilla sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts most characteristic crystallization does not come from vanillin, but from coumarin, present in large quantities in this variety. This molecule can appear as slightly orange microcrystals, embedded in the skin of the bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis may be surprising, or even mistaken for mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a natural signature, proof of its molecular richness and aromatic concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmazon rainforest – Endemic origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pompona is endemic to the Peruvian Amazon rainforest. It still grows in the wild. Pollination is natural: hummingbirds, melipona bees, ants and other insects help carry the pollen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a vanilla of pure origin, from a living ecosystem. Production is limited, irregular, dependent on nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border-left:5px solid #999999;padding:15px;margin-top:18px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eA word from Paul Galand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Peruvian Pompona is a wild vanilla in every sense of the word. It is also one of the vanillas that surprised me most when I held it in my hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I bit into the bean for the first time, I spat it out instantly. I found it too bitter, too raw. So I started working with it, cooking with it to understand it. In ice cream, in baked dough, in cooking… and then it revealed itself as extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is powerful, very aromatic, with a unique ability to ‘de-sweeten’ preparations, to rebalance a dessert. For me, it is one of the best vanillas in the world for making vanilla ice cream.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean +13cm","offer_id":51148353667336,"sku":"0002","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 beans +13cm","offer_id":51148353700104,"sku":"0002","price":72.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 beans +13cm","offer_id":51148353732872,"sku":"0002","price":140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 beans +13cm","offer_id":51148353798408,"sku":"0002","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean +24cm","offer_id":51148353831176,"sku":"0002","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 beans +24cm","offer_id":51148353863944,"sku":"0002","price":115.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 beans +24cm","offer_id":51148353896712,"sku":"0002","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 beans +24cm","offer_id":51148353962248,"sku":"0002","price":380.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-pompona-perou-sekut-gousse-originale..jpg?v=1775079977"},{"product_id":"vanille-pompona-nouvelle-caledonie","title":"Vanilla pompona from New Caledonia","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA vanilla with character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingular and expressive, Pompona vanilla from New Caledonia develops an aromatic profile of ripe strawberry, fresh banana, a touch of aniseed, a delicate floral note and a hint of cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess rich in vanillin than a planifolia, it stands out for a different aromatic composition, more concentrated in anisic acid and parahydroxybenzoic acid. The former brings that slightly aniseed freshness, the latter extends the floral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn pastry, it lets you build an entire dessert around it: infused cream, whipped ganache, red-berry or exotic fruit dessert, rice pudding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works particularly well cold, where its complexity remains intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA rare production, small-scale sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePompona is naturally rarer than planifolia. In New Caledonia, production is very limited. A few kilograms per batch, no more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vines grow on rich volcanic soils, in a preserved environment. The harvest is selective, the curing carefully controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is wide, plump, very aromatic beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border-left:5px solid #999999;padding:15px;margin-top:18px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eA word from Paul Galand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Pompona is a real favorite of mine. These are aromas completely different from what we know in vanilla: ripe fruit, cinnamon, a note of lilac, almost a slightly alcoholic sensation. It is broad, enveloping, unexpected. What’s more, the skin is edible, almost candied. You can eat it as is, like a dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I was little, my grandmother made me rice pudding, but with Tahiti vanilla. She added candied fruit and mandarin peel. When I make rice pudding with Pompona from New Caledonia, I find the same flavors as my childhood dessert, thanks to the unique aromas of this vanilla.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean 2\/4g","offer_id":51148354584840,"sku":"0005","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 5\/7g","offer_id":51148354617608,"sku":"0005","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 8\/10g","offer_id":51148354683144,"sku":"0005","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 12\/14g","offer_id":51148354846984,"sku":"0005","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-pompona-nouvelle-caledonie-gousse-trapue.jpg?v=1772567662"},{"product_id":"vanille-pompona-bresil","title":"Vanilla pompona from Brazil","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA wild vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrazilian Pompona is a wild treasure of nature. Its aromatic power is immediate, with floral notes of jasmine, tarte Tatin and a light hint of aniseed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vanilla will enhance your sweet preparations such as flan, rice pudding or crème anglaise. It also expresses itself perfectly in infused rums, alcoholic preparations, or in savory cooking with fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn exceptional selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePompona beans are among the largest in the world: green, they can weigh up to 100 g, and after curing they reach about 25 g, concentrating all their power. They are packed with seeds, a testament to their quality and exceptional ripeness. From the grandiflora species, each bean is wild, naturally pollinated by hummingbirds and bees, which reinforces their authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrazilian terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vanilla grows in the tropical forests of Brazil, in ideal natural conditions. The rich, humid soils, combined with natural pollination and slow growth, produce beans of unrivaled density and aroma. It is a micro-production, rare and precious, that requires patience and know-how to reach its aromatic peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border-left:5px solid #999999;padding:15px;margin-top:18px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eA word from Paul Galand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Brazilian Pompona is one of my favorite vanillas. It is rare, hard to find, and each bean is a little treasure. Brazil is a wild land where there are many endemic species. It is a country that is only just starting to produce vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, I want to be the first to sell Brazilian vanillas, because they deserve attention. Beans of outsized dimensions, with very surprising aromas. As a pastry chef, when I first smelled them, they reminded me of my grandmother’s apple compote.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean 4\/7g","offer_id":58196803354888,"sku":"0007","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 20\/23g","offer_id":58196803485960,"sku":"0007","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 36\/38g","offer_id":58196803518728,"sku":"0007","price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 bean split 12\/15g","offer_id":58251092689160,"sku":"0007","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-pompona-bresil-gousse-geante.jpg?v=1775079643"},{"product_id":"vanille-tsy-taitry-madagascar","title":"Vanilla pompona Tsy Taitry from Madagascar","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA hybrid vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced and expressive, Tsy Taitry vanilla develops a precise, structured aromatic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntensely vanilla, with notes of candied fruit, an almost green-olive touch, and that candy-like sensation on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hybrid born of a carefully controlled cross, it offers a different take on classic planifolia: less linear, more constructed, with fine length on the palate and an ample aromatic texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn pastry, it naturally complements creams, flan mixtures, ganaches and biscuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works very well cold, in whipped cream, a panna cotta or a gentle infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMadagascar – North-East terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in the Sava region, in north-eastern Madagascar, this vanilla benefits from a hot, humid climate, rich soils and long-standing expertise in preparation and curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis terroir gives dense, well-nourished beans, harvested ripe and worked with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this solid foundation, the Tsy Taitry hybrid shows its full relevance: it keeps the stability and aromatic diffusion of a great Malagasy vanilla, while bringing a fruitier, more singular, more unexpected dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it grows in Madagascar, this vanilla cannot claim the “Bourbon” name, which is reserved exclusively for the planifolia species. As it is not a pure planifolia, it falls outside this designation, while fully expressing the richness and high standards of the Malagasy terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border-left:5px solid #999999;padding:15px;margin-top:18px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eA word from Paul Galand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Tsy Taitry really is the successful cross between planifolia and pompona. For me, it’s an excellent choice. When you already know the classics and want to step outside the box without going too far, Tsy Taitry is perfect. It’s a vanilla that intrigues.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean","offer_id":51148358811912,"sku":"0010","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 beans","offer_id":51148358844680,"sku":"0010","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 beans","offer_id":51148358877448,"sku":"0010","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 beans","offer_id":51148358942984,"sku":"0010","price":160.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":51148358975752,"sku":"0010","price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1Kg","offer_id":51148359008520,"sku":"0010","price":400.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-pompona-tsy-taitry-madagascar-gousse-entiere.jpg?v=1772565067"},{"product_id":"vanille-pompona-martinique","title":"Vanilla pompona split from Martinique","description":"\u003ch3\u003eConcentrated indulgence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePompona from Martinique\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional vanilla, rare and precious. Its aromatic palette is unique: notes of Amarena cherry, candied apples, raspberries, honey and hints of licorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vanilla stands out for its aromatic power: it fully expresses itself when you use the whole bean, including the skin, which is tender and concentrated in aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt enhances sweet preparations such as crème anglaise, rice pudding or chocolate desserts, but also finds an elegant place in savory fish recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn exceptional selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beans are harvested at full maturity and split almost to the top. From the \u003cstrong\u003egrandiflora\u003c\/strong\u003e species, each bean is plump, glossy and rich in essential oils. 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Known locally as “Sekut”, it is considered one of the most primordial forms of vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome flowers there are still pollinated naturally by bees, anchoring this vanilla in an intact ecosystem, deeply tied to its terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border-left:5px solid #999999;padding:15px;margin-top:18px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eA word from Paul Galand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“With this vanilla, I wanted to explore something different: freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI worked hand in hand with the grower to obtain these huge beans, with a very particular quality and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are not the same aromas as a cured pompona. It is something rawer, more direct. 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Pompona vanilla from Mexico embodies this ancestral history, blending tradition and wild nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eeeeee;border-left:5px solid #999999;padding:15px;margin-top:18px\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eA word from Paul Galand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Pompona from Mexico is a vanilla that made a deep impression on me. You can eat it like a candy, it is so aromatic and rare. The notes of olives and apples, along with its floral and buttery nuances, make it an exceptional vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of vanilla revolves largely around planifolia, yet pompona is also one of the species found in Mexico. It is less well known because it is rarer and lower in vanillin. 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The skin is rich in flavor and candied, so much so that you can enjoy it like a fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn pastry, it brings power and depth to sweet preparations, and it can also be used sparingly to enhance savory recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA rare and precious selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vanilla is produced in extremely limited quantities, less than 2 kg per year, making it a treasure for chefs and collectors. The beans are carefully picked at full maturity and kept to reveal their full aromatic potential. Some of the flowers are pollinated naturally by hummingbirds and small Euglossine bees, ensuring exceptional quality and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerroir of the Colombian Andes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Támesis, in the Andes at more than 1,800 meters above sea level, this vanilla develops in a rich and diverse ecosystem. 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Its wide, stocky beans reveal a rare complexity: generous ripe fruit, fresh, crisp apple, notes of dry tobacco evoking ancient lands, and delicate floral accords intertwined with a touch of wood. This vanilla does not seek linearity; it prefers depth and the unexpected. One of its singularities: the skin itself is rich in flavor, candied and succulent, to the point that it can be enjoyed like a ripe fruit. In pastry, it brings remarkable power and depth to all desserts; in cooking, used sparingly, it enhances bold savory creations. This vanilla is aimed at discerning enthusiasts and chefs looking for an out-of-the-ordinary vanilla with almost unlimited aromatic potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFrom ripe fruit to cured bean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Colombian Andes, these exceptional beans are carefully picked at full maturity and cured using a process that respects their original essence. After harvest, slow, patient curing allows the aromatic compounds to concentrate and structure their natural complexity. The specificity of Colombian Pompona lies in the natural pollination of some flowers by hummingbirds and endemic Euglossine bees. This natural pollination anchors the vanilla in its living ecosystem and guarantees exceptional aromatic complexity, impossible to reproduce synthetically. Each bean carries within it the signature of the Amazonian terroir and the mark of environmentally respectful cultivation. This process takes time and great expertise for the aromatic molecules to reach their full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eA volcanic land between sky and sea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pompona Vanilla from Colombia grows in the foothills of the Colombian Andes, around Támesis, at more than 1,800 meters altitude. This mountain terroir shapes a unique vanilla, nourished by exceptionally fertile soils where cocoa trees also thrive, creating an interactive ecosystem. The warm, humid climate of this region, modulated by altitude, offers a perfect balance for the vanilla to concentrate its aromas. This remarkable biodiversity — cocoa trees, spices, dense forest — creates a natural symbiosis. It is in this preserved environment that the flowers can be naturally pollinated by hummingbirds and Euglossine bees, a rare phenomenon in vanilla growing worldwide. 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For radically different volcanic power, the Planifolia from Tanzania offers a deeper roundness. For an even more spectacular sensation, the Chamissonis from Brazil stands out with its impressive size and extreme aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage and vanillin frost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the beans of Pompona vanilla from Colombia in an airtight glass tube, away from light and at room temperature, between 15 and 20 °C. As rare and precious specimens, they deserve the greatest care. The white crystals that may appear on the surface are pure, naturally crystallized vanillin, indisputable proof of the quality and aromatic concentration of your bean. Absolutely avoid the refrigerator, which alters the delicate, wild compounds characteristic of this vanilla, as well as temperature variations, which cause internal condensation. Air the tube briefly once a week to balance the humidity. 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