Terre Exotique Madagascar Vanilla – Grade A Pods 60g

Terre Exotique's Madagascar vanilla pods are sourced from the Indian Ocean island that set the global standard for flavor. These Grade A vainas deliver the classic Madagascar profile: deep floral notes, subtle sweetness, and the aromatic intensity that distinguishes true Madagascar from lesser origins. At 60 grams, this jar holds enough pods to infuse a small kitchen's worth of desserts, custards, and spirits.

About this product

Each plump, dark-brown pod is hand-graded for length and aromatic weight. Terre Exotique has sourced directly from Madagascar producers since 1987, partnering with small-scale farmers who understand that vanilla is less ingredient than heirloom. Split a pod lengthwise to scrape the seeds—that dark, fragrant paste is where the magic lives. The empty pod shell can steep in sugar or cream for weeks, extracting every last note.

How to enjoy

• Split and scrape into custard bases, crème brûlée, or vanilla bean ice cream
• Steep a whole or halved pod in cream or milk before making panna cotta or flan
• Infuse a pod into vodka, rum, or brandy for homemade vanilla extract
• Use the empty shell to flavor sugar; store together in an airtight jar

Product details

• Net weight: 60g
• Origin: Madagascar
• Brand: Terre Exotique
• EAN: 3760063329049
• Grade: A (premium length and aroma)
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct light; store in an airtight container

⭐ Why we love this

Terre Exotique's Madagascar vanilla represents the gold standard that Spanish pastry chefs and liqueur makers have relied on for generations. These Grade A pods deliver the floral complexity and natural sweetness that elevates Spanish desserts—from Basque burnt cream to Catalan crema—far beyond mediocre extracts.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Infuse these pods into aged Spanish brandy or Jerez sherry for a luxurious homemade extract, or steep in cream for traditional Catalan crema. Perfect alongside a glass of sweet Spanish moscatel or as the soul of a vanilla-forward dessert wine pairing.

📍 From Spain

While sourced directly from Madagascar's vanilla-growing heartland, these pods are imported and curated by Terre Exotique, the French house trusted by Spain's finest pastry kitchens and gourmet retailers. Distributed through El Corte Inglés, Spain's premier luxury department store, ensuring authenticity and freshness from source to your table.