Delicate, floral vanilla with a fruit-forward finish.
Crafted from hand-selected vanilla beans cultivated in Tahiti, Nielsen-Massey Tahitian Pure Vanilla Extract is a favourite among pastry chefs for its distinct floral and fruity character. With flavour notes often described as anise- and cherry-like, Tahitian vanilla offers a unique profile that complements delicate desserts and aromatic cold applications.
Because Tahitian vanilla is highly sensitive to heat, Nielsen-Massey uses a proprietary cold extraction process to gently preserve its natural flavour compounds—making it especially well-suited for recipes that are chilled, frozen, or gently heated.
Key Features:
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Made from premium Vanilla tahitensis beans from Tahiti
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Delicate floral and fruity flavour with subtle anise and cherry notes
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Cold-extracted to preserve heat-sensitive aromatic compounds
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Kosher Certified, Gluten-Free Certified, All-Natural, and Allergen-Free
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Ideal for cold or low-heat recipes like creams, custards, and beverages
Recommended Uses:
Sweet Applications:
Pastry creams, custards, fruit sauces, smoothies, shakes, puddings, fruit pies
Savoury Applications:
Salad dressings, sweet potato salad, beurre blanc sauce for seafood
Beverages:
Martinis, margaritas, gin fizzes, cranberry juice cocktails
Chef’s Tip:
Best used in cold or refrigerated recipes where its delicate, aromatic qualities shine. Avoid high heat to retain its full flavour complexity.
Equivalency:
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Inventory Last Updated: Jun 04, 2026
