Single Origin Vanilla
Vanillas from the world, to your pantry
Vanilla Extract made from natural vanilla beans is Rodelle’s specialty, and we’re proud to have new options for discerning consumers looking for a unique experience. Single-origin vanilla extracts are one way to experience pure vanilla's nuances . Over the past 100 years, vanilla has become more plentiful. It is grown in numerous regions around the world to impart a unique flavor with every different region that produces the vanilla pod. Keep in mind, these vanillas of the world are also the most labor-intensive crop in the world.
What’s vanilla extract made from?
In each batch of our single-origin vanilla extracts, we carefully select vanilla beans from a unique country or growing region. Those vanilla beans are extracted with water and alcohol, per the FDA standard for pure vanilla extract. So, the quality is the same high standard that you will expect from Rodelle. But, for the fun part, each vanilla growing region has a bit of a different flavor profile. Which means vanilla from one place will smell and taste a little different from another place…sort of like wine, chocolate, coffee and other crops where the terroir of the soil affects flavors!
Uganda
- Flavor profile: sweet, subtle, balsamic
- Pure Ugandan Vanilla Extract is made with hand-selected vanilla beans that provide a uniquely subtle yet sweet vanilla flavor.
- Try it in: vanilla syrup, shortbread cookies or shortbread crusts, London fog tea lattes
- You’ll find that the subtle yet balsamic notes really make this different from any other vanilla extract!
Papua New Guinea
- Flavor profile: sweet, anisic, floral
- Papua New Guinea Pure Vanilla Extract is made with hand-selected vanilla beans that provide a unique vanilla flavor.
- Try it in: fruit tarts, meringue cookies, or cherry pie
- You’ll find that the floral notes really make this different from any other vanilla extract!
Tanzania
- Flavor profile: caramellic, brown sugar, maple
- Pure Tanzanian Vanilla Extract is made with hand-selected vanilla beans that provide a unique vanilla flavor.
- Try it in: custards like pudding and crème brulee, apple pie, coffee creamer – or add a small splash to your favorite coffee for some sneaky sweetness!
- You’ll find that the soft sweet notes really make this different from any other vanilla extract!
Madagascar
- Flavor profile: full, rich, creamy
- Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract is made with hand-selected vanilla beans that provide a quintessential vanilla flavor. With European expansion around the world, the Bourbon Islands, controlled by the French and located near the tip of Madagascar, proved to be the best growing region for the vanilla vines. This is why more than 70% of the world’s vanilla is still produced in Madagascar and carries the name “Bourbon”; the dynasty that ended with the French revolution. There’s no actual “bourbon” in Madagascar vanilla extract. Learn more about that distinction and history here.
- Try it in: whipped cream, frosting, cream puffs, pancake batter
- You’ll find that the flavor of Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract transports you to baking memories – it’s the flavor for vanilla that most people think of. This extract is also produced through our sustainable and innovative joint venture with vanilla farmers in Madagascar. Learn more about what makes Rodelle’s supply chain one that stands out here!
More Worldly Vanilla Information
Until the late 19th century, Mexico had the monopoly on growing vanilla plants, but now Madagascar and Indonesia grow the majority of the world’s crop. Additional countries that grow vanilla include Guatemala, Costa Rica, Uganda, India, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Fiji, Tahiti, and the Philippines. We’ve got even more fun facts about vanilla here!
Recipes Using Vanillas of the World:
