Description
These are the beans premium extract, paste and pastry programs build their labels on. Grade A gourmet: plump, oily whole pods at 32% moisture, 2.5% vanillin, and a signature profile — bold and earthy with chocolate undertones that read as depth, not just sweetness, in the finished product. Pods run 5–6 inches (13–15 cm), flexible enough to wrap around a finger, dense enough to give up a heavy load of caviar under a knife.
Every bean was sourced, cured, graded and QC’d by Evanille’s own operation. No brokers, no blended lots of unknown origin — full traceability from farm to our Florida warehouse. For context, retail-bulk sellers price Grade A around $99.94/lb. This line opens at $82/lb and drops to $54.43/lb at the 10 kg box. Buying direct from the importer is how serious producers get under that number.
All three sizes ship from US stock in Florida, so you can have beans in production this week — overnight delivery available.
Sizes and pricing
| Size | Price | Per kg | Per lb |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb pouch | $82 | $181/kg | $82.00/lb |
| 1 kg pouch | $165 | $165/kg | $74.84/lb |
| 10 kg box | $1,200 | $120/kg | $54.43/lb |
At 125–150 beans per pound, the 1 lb pouch works out to roughly $0.55–$0.66 a bean. The pound is the comparison unit — the whole gourmet market is quoted per pound, and $82 against a $99.94 benchmark is a number a buyer can check in ten seconds. The kilo pouch serves gelaterias, small bakeries and pastry programs buying quarterly; the 10 kg box is for anyone running gourmet beans continuously.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Botanical | Vanilla planifolia |
| Grade | A / Gourmet |
| Format | Whole pods |
| Origin | Uganda — Evanille-owned curing, grading and QC |
| Length | 5–6 in (13–15 cm) |
| Moisture | 32% |
| Vanillin | 2.5% |
| Beans per kg | approx. 275–330 (125–150 per lb) |
| Packaging | Vacuum-sealed pouches at 1 lb and 1 kg; vacuum-sealed 10 kg box |
| Organic certification | Available on request |
| Harvests | Two a year — Dec–Feb and Jun–Aug |
| Stock | Florida warehouse, overnight available |
Who this is for
- Extract and vanilla paste producers making premium single-fold product (at 32% moisture, allow about 14.7 oz of beans per gallon for legal single-fold, not the textbook 13.35 oz)
- Bakeries and pastry programs using scraped seeds and whole pods
- Ice cream and gelato makers who market real-bean quality
- Specialty food brands repacking gourmet beans for retail
If your process grinds or steeps beans where appearance does not matter, extract grade carries the same 2.5% vanillin off the same vines at a much lower cost per kilo.
Origin proof
Ugandan planifolia carries higher vanillin than most gourmet stock on the US market, with a bolder, more chocolate-forward profile than Madagascar Bourbon. We cure and grade it ourselves in country and import direct, so “Grade A” means one fixed standard across every reorder. Two harvests a year, Dec–Feb and Jun–Aug, keep supply continuous. Background: our Uganda operation · Uganda vs Madagascar.
Shipping & stock
In stock at our Florida distribution warehouse. Fast shipping to all US states; overnight available. Beans arrive vacuum-sealed to preserve moisture and aroma.
FAQ
What makes a vanilla bean gourmet grade?
Moisture, an oily unblemished surface, and flexibility — a Grade A pod at 32% moisture bends around a finger without cracking. It is graded on appearance and moisture, not on flavor: vanillin is 2.5% in our Grade A and our extract grade alike. Full comparison: Grade A vs Grade B.
Are these organic vanilla beans?
They are grown and cured without additives, irradiation or artificial vanillin. Organic certification is available on request rather than carried by default — ask us before ordering for a certified label and we will confirm what documentation the current lot can support.
How should I store gourmet beans?
Keep them vacuum-sealed in a cool, dark place and reseal after opening. Properly stored Grade A beans hold quality for months — avoid refrigeration, which drives condensation and mold. Method: storing vanilla beans.
Can I order more than one box at wholesale pricing?
Yes. Multi-box and pallet pricing is quoted directly — text +1 786-896-8446 with your volume, or see vanilla bean prices.
Are these the same beans across reorders?
Yes — that is the point of controlling the chain. Our facility grades to one standard, every lot is traceable, and two annual harvests keep supply consistent year-round.
Order now: pick your size and add to cart for fast Florida shipping, or text +1 786-896-8446 for volume pricing.
Need volume at a lower price point? See Grade A vanilla bean splits, 25 kg with free delivery Sold out — same grade, split pods, better cost per kilo.
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