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Ugandan Vanilla Beans - Grade A Whole Pods for Vanilla Extract Baking

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Flavor Profile: Creamy & Chocolatey with a Bit of Earthy Undertones
Origin: Uganda
Species: Planifolia
Grade: Gourmet - A
Moisture Content: 28% - 33%
Length: 4 - 7 Inches
UPC/EAN: 5060892510372

Details

Flavor Profile: The initial burst of sweet, creamy vanilla is quickly followed by a symphony of warm, earthy undertones that add depth and complexity to the beans' character. The subtle notes of dark chocolate and caramelized sugar, creating a rich and indulgent experience that lingers long after the first taste.

 

The fragrant aroma of these Ugandan vanilla beans is equally enchanting, with a bouquet of heady floral notes intermingled with hints of honey undertones. This intoxicating scent will fill your kitchen, enveloping you in an ambrosial embrace that speaks to the rich heritage and skilled craftsmanship of Ugandan vanilla farmers.

 

Introducing our premium grade A Ugandan vanilla beans, a truly exquisite and luxurious ingredient that will elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Sourced directly from the lush, fertile regions of Uganda, these beans boast a unique and unparalleled flavor profile that has captured the hearts of discerning chefs and home bakers alike.

  

Our Ugandan vanilla beans are carefully hand-picked and sun-cured by local farmers who employ sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. Their dedication to preserving the rich heritage of Ugandan vanilla cultivation is evident in the unparalleled quality of these beans. Each pod is meticulously selected for its size, plumpness, and rich, dark hue, ensuring that you receive only the finest beans that Uganda has to offer.

 

Incorporate our Ugandan vanilla beans into your recipes to impart a sumptuous and sophisticated flavor that will elevate even the simplest of dishes. From velvety ice creams and custards to delicate pastries and rich, decadent sauces, the possibilities are endless. These beans are also the perfect accompaniment to savory dishes, where their complex flavor profile adds an unexpected and delightful twist.

 

Our Ugandan vanilla beans are a testament to the richness and diversity of the world's flavors, and we are proud to offer you this exceptional ingredient that will inspire you to create culinary masterpieces. Experience the unparalleled flavor and aroma of these exquisite beans and let them transport you to the sun-soaked hillsides of Uganda, where each pod is nurtured to perfection.

 

Embrace the indulgence and luxury of our Ugandan vanilla beans and allow their unparalleled flavor profile to elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Order your supply today and join the ranks of those who have discovered the true essence of Ugandan vanilla.

You can also follow these instructions to learn how to open, split, and scrape a whole vanilla bean!

 Our beans are triple inspected throughout the beans journey from Uganda to the United States. First, they are inspected by our farmers who have hundreds of years of wisdom and experience growing these gourmet pods.  The second inspection is before bulk vacuum sealing for transport and to ensure no mold has developed. The final inspection is done at our warehouse moments before packing your shipment. We check the smell, quality, and appearance if any mold has developed a final time. Once all of these are checked, we vacuum seal our vanilla beans in our beautiful custom industrial vacuum pouch to a tight 28 HG vacuum.

  • Traditionally Cured Gourmet Planifolia Vanilla Beans from 2023-2024 Crop
  • Average Length: Approximately 4 – 7 Inches (13 cm – 16 cm)

Storage: Vacuum packed/sealed bag preferred to ensure fresh beans otherwise wrapped in zip lock bag inside an air tight container such as a glass jar. Shelf Life of approximately 2 years if properly vacuum sealed.

If you have any more questions, be sure to check out our Vanilla FAQ for all the answers!

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Jodi D. (Buffalo, MN, US)
Love VBK !!

Awesome customer service and my beans were the Ugandan beans, Best beans I have bought!

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Donna L. (Willingboro, NJ, US)
Best beans

This beans were so fresh and within a week the vodka turned a dark color in that short time. First time using Uganda beans. I have always used Madagascar beans. I can’t wait to taste difference.

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karen b. (Cashmere, WA, US)
Vanilla extract

I have used these for extra time and kahlua. Love Vanilla Bean Kings.

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Wendy (Kendall, NY, US)
Uganda Beans

I purchased Uganda beans and can’t wait for my vanilla to be ready. I made two batches using rum for one and vodka for the other.
I can’t wait to make more!

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Dianne E. (Vancouver, WA, US)
Ugandan Vanilla is my favorite

It takes a year to know if you had really delicious vanilla beans. I’ve been reaching for my Ugandan vanilla more often than any other of my flavors. Guess I need to make more before v c completely run out.

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Daniel B.
Perfect for a stout

Ugandan vanilla has always been my go to vanilla for all our barrel aged stouts. Vanilla Bean Kings has great prices which help with the amount we use.

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Ameenah R. (City of Saint Peters, MO, US)
Excellent

These beans are fragrant and in beautiful condition ! Put them in rum, can’t wait!

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Katelyn T. (Wrentham, MA, US)
Great quality

I have ordered from this website multiple times to make vanilla extract as Christmas gifts and always have a great experience. This was my first time ordering grade A and it was incredibly moist, very fragrant and so easy to scrape. I struggle to estimate how much to order each time as well, but I ordered 1/2 lb and this was make enough for 2 handles of vodka and 2 handles of bourbon, about 36 8 oz containers

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Ali M. (Pueblo, CO, US)
Can't wait!!!

Nothing beats opening one of these packs of beans, you can smell it through the package it's like heaven. I'm getting to the end of my extract made from Madagascar beans (you can only top it off so much lol) it was so delicious, I wanted to try another kind of bean!! I'll let you know in 6-12 months how it turns out!!! The bottle on the left is the new extract with Ugandan beans, the bottle on the right is the Madagascar extract I've been milking for a year