{"title":"Vanilla for gifting","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoosing vanilla as a gift means offering an origin, a terroir and a fragrance. Paul Galand, founder of Galand Vanille and vanilla sourcer, has gathered here beans that are a pleasure to receive: beautiful to look at, astonishing to smell, simple to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich vanilla should you give a pastry enthusiast?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-givree-reunion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe frosted vanilla from Réunion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: on the former Île Bourbon, the historic home of Bourbon vanilla, this planifolia becomes covered in vanillin crystals, the frost. Spicy notes, muscovado sugar, red berries: “a straightforward, powerful vanilla that doesn’t cheat,” Paul sums up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-martinique\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe pompona from Martinique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: less than one kilogram produced per year. Its plump beans, split almost to the top, smell of Amarena cherry, candied apples and honey. It is used whole, skin included: a collector’s vanilla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-bresil\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe pompona from Brazil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: a wild treasure, naturally pollinated by hummingbirds and bees. Jasmine, tarte Tatin, a hint of aniseed, and beans that weigh up to 100 g while still green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sucre-vanille\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVanilla sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: organic white sugar enriched with real vanilla seeds from Madagascar, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. It is used like any vanilla sugar: perfect for beginners or for gifting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA vanilla gift idea for a curious cook?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who already know the classics, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-tsy-taitry-madagascar\"\u003eTsy Taitry from Madagascar\u003c\/a\u003e, a hybrid of planifolia and pompona, brings notes of candied fruit and a candy-like finish. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-cribbiana-guatemala\"\u003ecribbiana from Guatemala\u003c\/a\u003e, the vanilla of the Maya that disappeared from cultivation for more than four centuries, surprises with green bell pepper and caramel. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-chamissonis-bresil\"\u003echamissonis from Brazil\u003c\/a\u003e impresses: some beans exceed 60 g after curing, and its tender skin can be eaten as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow should you give and store a vanilla bean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it in an airtight \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tube-en-verre-fond-plat-208mm\"\u003eglass tube\u003c\/a\u003e: elegant, it also protects the bean. Kept at room temperature (15 to 20 °C), away from light and never in the refrigerator, vanilla does not expire: it improves with time (see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/comment-conserver-ses-gousses-de-vanille-le-guide-complet\"\u003estorage guide\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInclude the instructions: split the bean lengthwise, scrape out the caviar, infuse for 24 to 48 hours cold in milk or cream. One bean is enough for 50 cl of milk in a crème anglaise. Empty and dried, it will still flavor a jar of sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA gift box or individual beans?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gift box brings together several origins to compare side by side: discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/coffret\"\u003evanilla gift boxes\u003c\/a\u003e. With individual beans, you can put together a tailor-made gift: a rare pompona and a pouch of vanilla sugar, for example. For a first step, see also our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanille-pour-debuter\"\u003evanilla for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e; for a lover of dairy desserts, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanille-pour-cremes-et-flans\"\u003evanilla for creams and flans\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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":"sucre-vanille","title":"Vanilla sugar","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eA handcrafted creation from three exceptional origins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover our Multi-origin vanilla sugar, a unique handcrafted creation that will delight your taste buds. Made from organic cane sugar and whole ground vanilla beans from Madagascar, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, this sugar is the result of a harmonious marriage of quality ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe intensity of real vanilla beans in your cooking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the kitchen, it is as easy to use as any industrial vanilla sugar. What sets it apart, however, are the whole ground vanilla beans it contains. They bring intense, flavorful vanilla aromas to your preparations, for exceptional results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eElevate your everyday cooking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether to delicately flavor your desserts, add a touch of sweetness to your hot drinks or enhance your plain yogurts, our Multi-origin vanilla sugar will elevate your culinary creations. Let yourself be carried away by the delicacy of vanilla and savor every moment with an explosion of flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTreat yourself to a unique taste experience with our Multi-origin vanilla sugar. With it, your preparations will take on a new dimension, and you won’t be able to do without its captivating aromas. Add a hint of vanilla to your everyday life and let yourself be won over by this exceptional sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #eeeeee; border-left: 5px solid #999999; padding: 15px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA word from Paul Galand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    This sugar is the result of a search for balance between the sweetness of organic sugar and the aromatic strength of vanillas from Madagascar, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. A must-have for anyone who wants to rediscover the true taste of vanilla seeds in every spoonful.\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"125g","offer_id":51148359467272,"sku":"0011","price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":51148359500040,"sku":"0011","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g","offer_id":51148359532808,"sku":"0011","price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":51148359565576,"sku":"0011","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/sucre-vanille-cristaux-graines-de-vanille.jpg?v=1789991463"},{"product_id":"vanille-cribbiana-guatemala","title":"Vanilla cribbiana from Guatemala","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA surprising vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCribbiana vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e has a surprising, highly expressive aromatic profile. Its short, thick beans, rich in seeds, develop notes of green bell pepper, caramel and candied fruit. When infused, more indulgent nuances also appear, reminiscent of rum or panettone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aromatic richness makes it very versatile in the kitchen. It works just as well in crème anglaise, pastries and desserts as in bolder preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA rediscovery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCribbiana is an ancient variety, once used by the Maya of Guatemala. With the disappearance of that civilization, it gradually vanished from cultivation for more than four centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday it owes its revival to the work of Dario Ramirez, a vanilla enthusiast who rediscovered wild plants on his land and launched the first plantation dedicated to this variety. After seven years of development and selection, Maya vanilla was brought back into cultivation and could once again reveal its gastronomic potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuatemala, its historic cradle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Guatemala and southern Mexico, Cribbiana grows naturally in the tropical forests of Central America and northern South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHad the Europeans encountered the Maya rather than the Totonacs when they discovered the continent, this vanilla might have been the one to prevail around the world. Its aromatic and culinary potential is immense, and its rediscovery opens a new chapter in the history of rare vanillas.\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“Cribbiana is a fascinating vanilla. It could have been the most widely sold vanilla in the world if the Europeans hadn’t discovered planifolia from Mexico first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a vanilla rich in essential oil. Visually, it is very different from a classic vanilla bean, with its short, stocky look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts unusual aromatic profile of chili, bell pepper and caramel is surprising. I recommend pairing it with citrus or using it to make an unusual ice cream.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean","offer_id":51148362875144,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 beans","offer_id":51148362907912,"sku":"","price":43.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 beans","offer_id":51148362940680,"sku":"","price":81.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 beans","offer_id":51148363006216,"sku":"","price":151.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"125g","offer_id":51148363038984,"sku":"","price":241.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":51148363071752,"sku":"","price":441.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/interieur-vanille-cribbiana-caviar-prestige.jpg?v=1775146870"},{"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. Production is extremely limited: less than one kilogram per year, reserved for collectors and the most demanding pastry chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMartinique, a volcanic island\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Martinique terroir gives this vanilla its singularity. The nutrient-rich volcanic soils offer ideal conditions for optimal aromatic development. Cultivation respects tradition, as does every step from harvest to curing.\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 Martinique is an exceptional vanilla, rare, almost precious. It is one of the largest vanillas I have in my collection. Some beans can be ten to twenty times larger than a classic planifolia bean. It is a vanilla I use whole to make the most of all its power. It pairs as well with desserts as with fish. For me, it is a vanilla for collecting and tasting, both generous and refined.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean 10\/12g","offer_id":51148366119176,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 13\/15g","offer_id":51148366151944,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 17\/19g","offer_id":51148366184712,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 20\/23g","offer_id":51148366217480,"sku":null,"price":108.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-pompona-martinique-fendue-gousse-geante.jpg?v=1772481165"},{"product_id":"vanille-pompona-fraiche-perou","title":"Vanilla fresh pompona from Peru","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe freshness of a bean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beans are impressive in size, plump, full of substance. This bean gives off aromas of mirabelle plum, white tobacco and tonka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, the choice is deliberate: to preserve the freshness of the bean rather than push classic curing. This approach offers a new take on pompona, far from the profiles usually developed by long curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Pompona from Peru pairs with all dairy-based preparations, such as a pastry cream or an ice cream. But also with baked doughs such as brioche, tart pastry…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Andes, a still-wild terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh pompona from Peru is a vanilla apart. Harvested in the Amazonian foothills of the Andes, at around 800 meters above sea level, it grows in a still largely wild environment. 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. It is another take on vanilla, almost in its original state.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean","offer_id":51148368445704,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-pompona-fraiche-perou-detail-extremite.jpg?v=1789227176"},{"product_id":"vanille-chamissonis-bresil","title":"Vanilla Chamissonis from Brazil","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA spectacular vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChamissonis from Brazil is an extraordinary vanilla, as much for its size as for its aromatics. The beans develop a profile of fresh almond, clove, black lemon and black cherry, with hints of candle wax and a very singular minty freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skin is particularly thick, tender and concentrated in aromas. Like some Pompona vanillas, it can be used entirely and even eaten as is. The texture is soft, almost candied, giving the impression of biting into a candy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works very well for powerful infusions, desserts or preparations where vanilla becomes a true ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn extraordinary selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChamissonis is one of the largest vanillas in the world. Green beans can reach more than 200 g, and even after curing some exceed 60 g, making them impressive specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit takes more than two years to reach maturity, which explains its rarity. The plant is also difficult to grow: when the orchid is moved, it tends to lose its fruit. Production therefore remains extremely limited and requires a great deal of patience and know-how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMata Atlântica, Brazil’s rainforest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vanilla is endemic to the Mata Atlântica, Brazil’s Atlantic rainforest, one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the world. The country is home to more than 19 endemic vanilla species that remain largely unexplored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong observed only in the wild, Chamissonis is just beginning to be cultivated. Its flower, which stays open for more than three days, is particularly fragrant, a rare phenomenon among vanillas.\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“For me, Chamissonis is one of the most beautiful vanillas in the world. It is the largest I have ever seen: some beans weigh more than 60 g after curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a very difficult vanilla to grow. The fruit takes more than two years to ripen and the plant is sensitive, which makes harvests rare. But when you open the bean, it’s incredible: fresh almond, clove, black lemon, black cherry… It is also, for me, the hardest vanilla to define, because of its aromatic richness and depth. It is a very complex vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike some Pompona vanillas, the skin can be eaten as is. It is tender, aromatic, almost like a candy.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"1 bean 14\/18g","offer_id":58630794936584,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 bean 20\/24g","offer_id":58630794969352,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 bean 27\/29g","offer_id":58630795002120,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/vanille-chamissonis-bresil-macro-texture.jpg?v=1789227176"},{"product_id":"coffret-decouverte","title":"The Pastry Chef’s Essentials Gift Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscovery Gift Box “The Pastry Chef’s Essentials”: the great vanilla classics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003evanilla discovery gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e invites you to explore the great classics of exceptional vanilla. Designed by Paul Galand, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/notre-histoire\"\u003evanilla sourcer\u003c\/a\u003e, it brings together the emblematic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/planifolia\"\u003ePlanifolia\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tahitensis\"\u003eTahitensis\u003c\/a\u003e varieties through a selection of six origins from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vanille-direct-producteur\"\u003edirect supply chains with growers\u003c\/a\u003e. An ideal \u003cstrong\u003etasting gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e for comparing aromatic profiles, enriching your pastry creations or offering a \u003cstrong\u003egourmet gift\u003c\/strong\u003e to a lover of fine ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanifolia and Tahitensis: what are the differences?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the world of high-end vanilla, these two major varieties differ in their composition and the richness of their aromatic expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe elegance of Tahitensis:\u003c\/strong\u003e richer in fatty acids (around 2.0%), it favors floral and aniseed nuances over a dominant vanillin expression. Its profile is fruity, delicate and particularly fragrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe intensity of Planifolia:\u003c\/strong\u003e with a fatty acid concentration of around 1.0%, it expresses all the depth of a great vanilla, between vanilla, chocolate, woody and spicy notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo explore these differences further, our comparison \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/vanille-bourbon-tahitensis-ou-pompona-quelle-variete-choisir\"\u003eBourbon, Tahitensis or Pompona: which variety should you choose?\u003c\/a\u003e presents the characteristics and culinary uses of each variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe six origins in your gift box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Galand has brought together vanillas from terroirs known for their singularity, to explore a wide palette of aromatic nuances:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 beans of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanille-de-madagascar\"\u003ePlanifolia Bourbon from Madagascar\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e a generous, smooth benchmark, with notes of chocolate and caramel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 beans of split \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanille-givree\"\u003efrosted\u003c\/a\u003e Planifolia from Madagascar:\u003c\/strong\u003e harvested at full maturity, it naturally shows vanillin crystals on its surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 beans of Planifolia from Tanzania:\u003c\/strong\u003e a broad, singular vanilla, with notes of leather and red berries, from the volcanic lands of Kilimanjaro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 beans of Planifolia from India:\u003c\/strong\u003e an intense, original profile, marked by herbaceous, prune and leather nuances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 bean of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tahitensis\"\u003eTahitensis\u003c\/a\u003e from Tahiti, in Moorea:\u003c\/strong\u003e a delicate Polynesian expression, with notes of almond, gingerbread and prune.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 beans of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-tahitensis-papouasie\"\u003eTahitensis from Papua New Guinea\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e an expressive origin, where floral notes combine with aniseed and chocolate accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Discovery Gift Box for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vanilla gift box is for pastry lovers, curious cooks and anyone who wants to discover the diversity of exceptional vanillas. It is also a fine first step before exploring our other selections: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-variete\"\u003eVariety Gift Box\u003c\/a\u003e, devoted to rare species, then the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-collector\"\u003eCollector Gift Box\u003c\/a\u003e, which brings together some of the most remarkable vanillas in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting, using and storing your beans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach origin deserves to be used in the right way to fully reveal its aromas. Find our advice in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/quelle-vanille-choisir-pour-quelle-recette-le-guide-des-accords-parfaits\"\u003eguide to vanilla and recipe pairings\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/comment-utiliser-une-gousse-de-vanille-en-patisserie-techniques-et-astuces\"\u003etechniques for working with vanilla in pastry\u003c\/a\u003e. To preserve the qualities of your beans, choose a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tube-en-verre\"\u003eglass tube\u003c\/a\u003e, away from light, and see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/comment-conserver-ses-gousses-de-vanille-le-guide-complet\"\u003estorage guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to continue this discovery? Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanilles\"\u003ecollection of exceptional vanillas\u003c\/a\u003e and its 19 origins, from must-have profiles to the rarest vanillas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51148371067144,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/coffret-essentiels-du-patissier-galand-vanille..jpg?v=1772569388"},{"product_id":"coffret-variete","title":"Vanilla Variety Gift Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVariety Gift Box: six rare vanilla species to discover, taste and compare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVariety vanilla gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exclusive collection bringing together six botanical species among the rarest in the world. Assembled by Paul Galand, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/notre-histoire\"\u003evanilla sourcer\u003c\/a\u003e, from beans selected \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vanille-direct-producteur\"\u003edirect from the growers\u003c\/a\u003e, it is aimed at pastry enthusiasts and flavor collectors alike. Each vanilla reveals a unique aromatic personality: the ultimate \u003cstrong\u003ecomparative tasting gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003egift\u003c\/strong\u003e out of the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBourbon vanilla from Madagascar: perfect balance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanille-de-madagascar\"\u003eBourbon vanilla from Madagascar\u003c\/a\u003e stands out for its rich aromas of butter, caramel and chocolate. Its name “Bourbon” comes from its origin in the Indian Ocean and from the V. planifolia variety — a prestigious name linked to the former Île Bourbon (Réunion).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOdorata vanilla from Ecuador: wild strength\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/odorata\"\u003eOdorata vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e from Ecuador, a wild species endemic to South America, offers a complex profile blending chocolate, cherry, cocoa butter and matcha. Its natural pollination adds to its rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePompona vanilla from New Caledonia: the candied bean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pompona\"\u003ePompona vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e from New Caledonia, a short, stocky subspecies, releases aromas of banana, strawberry, apricot, cinnamon and lilac. Its almost candied, non-stringy skin can be enjoyed like a fruit to bite into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCribbiana from Guatemala: the Maya heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cribbiana\"\u003eCribbiana\u003c\/a\u003e, once prized by the Maya, is among the rarest vanillas. It grows wild, pollinated by hummingbirds and local bees, and offers aromas of bell pepper, chili, caramel and peanut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSotoarenasii vanilla from Colombia: absolute exoticism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sotoarenasii\"\u003eSotoarenasii vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e from Colombia, one of the rarest in the world, grows in the forests of Chocó and is pollinated by endemic bees. Its flavors evoke plum, peach, licorice and tonka bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBahiana vanilla from Brazil: power and singularity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bahiana\"\u003eBahiana vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e from Brazil stands out for its exceptional aromatic power and an intense ochre-red essential oil. Complex and surprising, it reveals notes of dried chili, blue cheese, muscovado sugar and a subtle minty touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gift box is an invitation to a true taste journey, celebrating the diversity of vanilla’s natural aromas. To take the comparative tasting further, read our sourcer’s verdict \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/meilleure-vanille-du-monde-verdict-producteur\"\u003e“what is the best vanilla in the world?”\u003c\/a\u003e and pair each bean with the right dessert using our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/quelle-vanille-choisir-pour-quelle-recette-le-guide-des-accords-parfaits\"\u003epairing guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Variety Gift Box for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the ideal gift for the food lover who likes to understand and compare. More accessible, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-decouverte\"\u003eDiscovery Gift Box\u003c\/a\u003e introduces the great origins; rarer still, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-collector\"\u003eCollector Gift Box\u003c\/a\u003e brings together the exceptional. Discover the full range in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/coffret\"\u003evanilla gift boxes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA word from Paul Galand:\u003c\/strong\u003e This gift box is the result of a constant search for the most unspoiled terroirs. Each bean tells a story, from pollination by the hummingbirds of Guatemala to the oily richness of Brazilian soils. It is, in my view, the quintessence of vanilla biodiversity gathered in a single case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore your beans in a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tube-en-verre\"\u003eglass tube\u003c\/a\u003e (see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/comment-conserver-ses-gousses-de-vanille-le-guide-complet\"\u003estorage guide\u003c\/a\u003e) and explore all our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanilles\"\u003eexceptional vanillas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51148371919112,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/coffret-degustation-vanille-haut-de-gamme..jpg?v=1772569670"},{"product_id":"coffret-collector","title":"Vanilla Collector Gift Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCollector Gift Box: six rare vanilla origins for true connoisseurs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCollector vanilla gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together six origins among the rarest in the world, the centerpiece of our range, for discerning enthusiasts and collectors. Assembled by Paul Galand, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/notre-histoire\"\u003evanilla sourcer\u003c\/a\u003e, from beans selected \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vanille-direct-producteur\"\u003edirect from the growers\u003c\/a\u003e, it is the \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional gift\u003c\/strong\u003e that leaves a lasting impression. Among these treasures, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pompona\"\u003ePompona\u003c\/a\u003e beans stand out for their rarity and their scents of apple, jasmine and mango.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe excellence of Pompona from Martinique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/vanille-pompona-martinique\"\u003ePompona from Martinique\u003c\/a\u003e is harvested very late, which gives it exceptional aromatic richness. Its notes of cherry, honey, flowers and apple, and its natural split formed after more than nine months on the vine, bear witness to a harvest at full maturity. (Its island production is among the smallest in the world.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanifolia from Mauritius: packed with vanillin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/planifolia\"\u003ePlanifolia vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e from Mauritius is renowned for its high vanillin content, exceeding 4%. Its beans, covered in natural vanillin thanks to meticulous curing, deliver aromas of caramel and white flowers. A phenomenon we explain in detail in our article on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/la-cristallisation-de-la-vanille\"\u003evanilla crystallization\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe singularity of Pompona from New Caledonia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pompona\"\u003ePompona\u003c\/a\u003e from New Caledonia, a subspecies shorter and stockier than those of Martinique and Brazil, releases aromas of banana, strawberry, apricot, cinnamon and lilac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWild rarity: Cribbiana from Guatemala\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cribbiana\"\u003eCribbiana\u003c\/a\u003e from Guatemala, among the rarest vanillas, grows wild, pollinated by hummingbirds and local bees. It offers aromas of green coffee, orange, caramel, candied fruit and chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical heritage: Planifolia from Mexico\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/planifolia\"\u003eplanifolia\u003c\/a\u003e from Mexico, the historic cradle of vanilla once cultivated by the Aztecs, gives off aromas of chocolate, currant and walnut — an origin steeped in history that completes this gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo understand why these rarities justify their price, read our analysis of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/prix-de-la-vanille-2026-combien-coute-vraiment-une-gousse\"\u003evanilla prices in 2026\u003c\/a\u003e, and our sourcer’s verdict \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/meilleure-vanille-du-monde-verdict-producteur\"\u003e“what is the best vanilla in the world?”\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Collector Gift Box for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the gift for true enthusiasts, chefs and epicureans. To discover the essential vanillas for pastry, choose the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-decouverte\"\u003eDiscovery Gift Box\u003c\/a\u003e; to deepen your knowledge of vanilla, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-variete\"\u003eVariety Gift Box\u003c\/a\u003e. The full range is gathered in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/coffret\"\u003evanilla gift boxes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA word from Paul Galand:\u003c\/strong\u003e This collector gift box is the result of a quest for excellence. Bringing these six origins together means offering enthusiasts an unprecedented aromatic palette, from the chocolatey power of Mexico to the floral delicacy of Martinique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore these exceptional beans in their \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tube-en-verre\"\u003eglass tube\u003c\/a\u003e, away from light (see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/comment-conserver-ses-gousses-de-vanille-le-guide-complet\"\u003estorage guide\u003c\/a\u003e), and explore all our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vanilles\"\u003eexceptional vanillas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Galand vanille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51148372279560,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9955\/3032\/files\/coffret-collector-vanille-six-origines-galand-vanille..jpg?v=1772570602"},{"product_id":"vanille-givree-reunion","title":"Vanilla planifolia frosted from Réunion","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAn intense, crystalline vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis frosted planifolia develops powerful, structured aromatics: spicy notes, muscovado sugar, red berries, with a marked and lingering vanilla presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural crystallization on the surface, called frost, reflects a high concentration of vanillin and full maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is meant for preparations where you are looking for intensity: crème anglaise, ganaches, infused rums (rhum arrangé), chocolate desserts or reduced sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBois-Blanc, a volcanic land\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in the Bois-Blanc terroir, on Réunion, this vanilla draws its richness from active, mineral volcanic soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis terroir gives the beans a singular aromatic depth, with a spicy structure and a long finish on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt the origins of Bourbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRéunion, formerly called Bourbon Island, is the historic homeland of Bourbon vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name later spread to other islands of the Indian Ocean growing planifolia with similar methods.\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“Réunion is the origin. 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