Limited Notice:  Limited availability for a short time only.  The current batch has a best before date of January 2025.   As you may be aware, unopened vanilla beans kept in cool condition can be in excellent condition well beyond the suggested best before dates.

Discover the extraordinary intensity and aromatic complexity of Norohy Premium Tahitian Vanilla Beans, sourced from the islands of Tahaa and Raiatea in French Polynesia. Thicker and more fragrant than traditional Bourbon vanilla, these exceptional pods offer a powerful bouquet of anise, prune, caramel, and floral notes, making them a favourite among pastry chefs and gourmet artisans.

Unlike Bourbon vanilla (Vanilla planifolia), Tahitian vanilla (Vanilla tahitensis) grows indehiscent—meaning it does not split open on the vine—allowing it to preserve its full aromatic potential over time. These pods are three to four times thicker than their Madagascan counterparts, with a buttery-soft texture and a deeply seductive aroma that continues to evolve in storage.

Harvested at optimal maturity and processed with precision by Norohy's local partners, this vanilla embodies a short supply chain and full traceability, from over 200 smallholder growers on Tahaa to a single dedicated preparer on Raiatea.

Aromatic Profile:

• Intensely aromatic with notes of anise, prune, caramel, and floral undertones

• Rich, buttery flesh perfect for infusion or direct seeding

• Retains flavour longer due to its thicker, moisture-rich structure

Usage & Pairings:

Tahitian vanilla's bold, layered profile shines in both sweet and savoury recipes. Use it to flavour ice cream, mousses, ganache, custards, and tropical desserts, or elevate savoury dishes like monkfish in vanilla butter or papaya-bean salad with a subtle floral twist.

Best used in: Ice cream, ganache, pastry cream, flans, tropical fruit desserts
Pairs well with: Chocolate, caramel, coconut, coffee, nuts, and stone fruits

How to Use:

Split the pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Infuse both pod and seeds in cream, milk, or syrup. After use, rinse and dry the pod to reuse in vanilla sugar or homemade extracts.

Product Details:

• Each vial contains 2 whole vanilla beans (approx. 16–23 cm)

• Grown and prepared in French Polynesia (Tahaa & Raiatea)

• Gluten-free and suitable for both sweet and savoury use

• Premium quality and ethically sourced with full traceability

Valrhona's sister brand Norohy belongs to a group of brands collectively known as Valrhona Sélection, all of which are committed to ethical gastronomy.  Norohy sources its vanilla directly from committed planters and is involved throughout the processing in order to guarantee fair and sustainable practices and the highest quality beans.