Professional pastry
Custards, creams, chocolate, confectionery and plated desserts where the whole bean is handled and presented.
Black Gourmet · Grade A
Certified organic Grade A Madagascar vanilla beans
Black Gourmet Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans selected for flexibility, rich aroma and premium whole-bean presentation. Order fixed packs from 1 kg, with bulk quotations available above 10 kg.
Certified organicVanilla planifolia15–22 cmEuropean stock
OriginMananara Nord, Madagascar
Minimum online order1 kg
PackingVacuum-packed
AvailabilityEuropean stock
Order online · fixed packsAvailable from European stock
Above 10 kg, custom packing or recurring supply? Request a bulk quote.
Available from European stock · Fast delivery across Europe · Bulk quotations above 10 kg
Product details
Black Gourmet Grade A specification
A premium presentation grade for pastry, foodservice and retail. Exact natural characteristics can vary by harvest lot and are confirmed in the lot documents.
| Product | Whole Grade A / Black Gourmet vanilla beans |
|---|---|
| Botanical variety | Vanilla planifolia (Bourbon) |
| Origin | Mananara Nord, Madagascar |
| Bean length | 15–22 cm; proposed range confirmed by lot |
| Appearance | Whole, dark brown to black, flexible gourmet presentation |
| Moisture and vanillin | Lot-specific values stated in the quotation or COA |
| Packing | Vacuum-packed to protect aroma and flexibility |
| Order sizes | 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg and 10 kg online; quotation above 10 kg |
| Stock | Available from European stock |
| Certification | Certified organic; applicable certificate available with the lot documents |
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Where Grade A vanilla beans perform best
Choose Black Gourmet when whole-bean appearance and flexible presentation are part of the finished product or customer experience.
Dairy and ice cream
Premium formulations where aroma, scraped seeds and visible ingredient quality support positioning.
Foodservice
Hotels, restaurants and premium kitchens requiring flexible, easy-to-split whole vanilla beans.
Retail repacking
Branded resale where length, visual consistency, packing and whole-bean presentation matter.
Grade comparison
Grade A or extraction grade?
Choose Grade A when appearance and flexibility matter. Choose an extraction grade when processing efficiency is the priority.
| Product | Presentation | Best suited to | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Gourmet · Grade A | Whole, flexible presentation beans | Pastry, foodservice and retail repacking | Order from 1 kg |
| Red US | Whole extraction beans | Extract and food manufacturing | See product |
| Red Souple EU | Flexible extraction beans | Extract and food manufacturing | See product |
| Red Split | Split extraction beans | Extract houses and flavour manufacturers | Request quote |
Buyer FAQ
Grade A Madagascar vanilla bean questions
Clear answers about Black Gourmet quality, uses, organic certification, order sizes, European stock, storage and payment.
What are Grade A Madagascar vanilla beans?
Grade A Madagascar vanilla beans are whole gourmet beans selected for flexibility, appearance, aroma and premium presentation. Sustainable Concepts SARL supplies this grade as Black Gourmet Vanilla planifolia from Mananara Nord, Madagascar.
What is the difference between Grade A and extraction-grade vanilla beans?
Grade A Black Gourmet beans are selected when whole-bean appearance, flexibility and presentation matter. Extraction grades such as Red US, Red Souple EU, Red Split and Short & Cuts are chosen primarily for processing efficiency, destination requirements and extract production.
What are Grade A vanilla beans used for?
Grade A vanilla beans are suited to professional pastry, ice cream, confectionery, premium foodservice, infusions, whole-bean presentation and retail repacking. Buyers should state the intended use so the available lot can be matched to their application.
What length are the Grade A beans?
The Black Gourmet beans offered on this page are selected within a 15–22 cm range. Exact length, moisture, appearance and split allowance remain lot-specific.
Can I order only 1 kg of Grade A Madagascar vanilla beans?
Yes. Fixed online order sizes are 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg and 10 kg. Requirements above 10 kg, custom packing and recurring supply are handled by quotation.
Are these Grade A vanilla beans certified organic?
Yes. Black Gourmet vanilla beans sold from European stock are certified organic. The applicable organic certificate and lot documents can be supplied with the commercial order.
Where are the beans stocked and delivered?
These certified organic Madagascar vanilla beans are available from European stock for fast delivery across Europe. Delivery timing and cost depend on the destination and selected pack size.
How are Grade A vanilla beans packed and stored?
The beans are vacuum-packed to protect aroma and flexibility. Keep unopened packs in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight; do not refrigerate or freeze.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Available payment channels include secure card payment through Stripe with Visa or Mastercard, PayPal, Wise and bank transfer. The available method is confirmed during checkout or on the pro forma invoice.
Bulk & recurring supply
Need more than 10 kg or a custom order?
Tell us the required volume, delivery country, intended use and frequency. We aim to respond within one business day with the closest available certified organic Black Gourmet lot and commercial terms.
Product selectedCertified organic Grade A / Black Gourmet Madagascar vanilla beans
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