Everything you want to know about our products, our services, and our approach.
Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
Everything you want to know about our products, our services, and our approach.
Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
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Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
Everything you want to know about our products, our services, and our approach.
Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
Everything you want to know about our products, our services, and our approach.
Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
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Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
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Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
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Each product type meets a specific customer need. Pods are intended for those seeking a raw, pure and unprocessed product. Derived products such as extracts, natural flavourings, pearls and vanilla pastes offer greater convenience while ensuring simpler use and aromatic consistency.
Yes. Some Authentic Products references are available with organic certification, subject to product and availability. For organic vanilla, organic vanilla extract or certified organic professional solutions, our team can provide the corresponding technical data sheets and certificates.
Yes, Authentic Products can arrange international deliveries depending on the destination, volume and logistical requirements. Whether you require vanilla from Madagascar, extracts, powders or vanilla paste, our team will assist you with your shipping requirements.
To access the Authentic Products trade area, please contact us directly via our contact form or by email. Our team will assist you with your requirements for vanilla, extracts, powders, pastes and solutions designed for professionals.
Founded over 20 years ago, Authentic Products has expertise recognised by professionals throughout the vanilla market. Its control of the upstream and downstream supply chain allows it to guarantee customers a high level of quality. The company controls the entire value chain in Madagascar, from pod preparation and processing into derived products to packaging and worldwide distribution.
Our products are intended for artisan and industrial professionals: ice-cream makers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, extractors and food manufacturers.
Authentic Products offers a complete range of vanilla products: pods, vanilla extracts and flavourings, vanilla paste and pearl, and powder (pure and spent).
Our Franco-Malagasy company has two vanilla preparation and extraction units in Madagascar, as well as a production, control and packaging site in France. We position ourselves as a committed player in the vanilla supply chain. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from sourcing from growers to sales to industrial and food-service professionals.
The quality of our products is based on complete control of the supply chain, rigorous raw-material selection, demanding preparation and controls, and constant attention to product consistency. Our company is FSSC 22000 certified, a GFSI-recognised certification demonstrating our commitment to quality and food safety.
Traceability is a central issue, especially for professionals seeking visibility over the origin, quality and consistency of their supplies. Through complete control of the supply chain, Authentic Products ensures reliable, precise traceability for all products sold.
Our long-term vision focuses on the supply chain, local impact, quality and sustainable sourcing. Since 2024, Authentic Products has automatically allocated €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing our sustainable-development programmes, managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
At Authentic Products, sustainable vanilla means vanilla produced according to economic, social and environmental principles designed to secure the supply chain’s long-term future. This translates into:
Environmentally, this means supporting producers in farming practices that respect ecosystems, including soil and biodiversity preservation, reduced inputs and responsible crop management.
Socially, this means promoting fairer working conditions for producers, better remuneration and support for local communities and our employees.
Economically, this means a structured and transparent supply chain that supports more stable, lasting relationships between all stakeholders, from producers to end customers.
CSR commitment is essential in the vanilla supply chain because it relies on fragile agricultural production, largely concentrated in regions such as Madagascar where social, economic and environmental challenges are significant.
Socially, it helps guarantee fairer working conditions for producers, improve their incomes and support the development of local communities.
Environmentally, it encourages more sustainable farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity, soils and the fragile ecosystems in which vanilla is grown.
Economically, CSR commitment helps secure the supply chain over the long term by strengthening traceability, quality and the resilience of supply chains in the face of climate hazards and market fluctuations.
A sustainable supply chain first promotes better farming practices: plantation maintenance and harvesting at optimum maturity. These stages are the starting point for ensuring optimal pod preparation and developing rich, consistent aromas.
It also improves the stability of production conditions over time. By ensuring fairer incomes and lasting relationships with our producers, it supports their commitment and ability to maintain high quality standards.
Our sustainability approach also creates value for professional customers through continuity, trust, transparency and quality. Since 2024, they have contributed directly to supply-chain sustainability: Authentic Products automatically allocates €/$0.50 per kilogram of products made from Madagascar vanilla pods. These funds are entirely dedicated to financing sustainable-development programmes managed by our teams in Madagascar. Details are available on our website under ‘Our commitments’ and in our latest CSR report via the ‘View the sustainable supply chains report’ tab.
Depending on the desired aromatic intensity and sweetness, ice-cream makers can choose pods, extract, paste or vanilla pearls. The choice depends on the desired profile, visual result and manufacturing-process constraints.
Yes. The aim is to support every professional in choosing the format best suited to their standards, manufacturing method and product positioning. Our teams are available to advise you and identify the most appropriate solution for your needs.
Chocolatiers can use different formats depending on the recipe and desired result: pods, extract, powder or vanilla paste. In chocolate pastry, vanilla can notably soften chocolate’s bitterness.
It depends on the application. Pods are a benchmark for premium preparations, while extract, paste and pearls better meet needs for consistency and convenience.
Yes. Certain formats, such as extract, natural vanilla flavouring or powder, are particularly well suited to technical and industrial constraints.
For manufacturers wishing to extract or infuse vanilla aromas, extraction-grade pods are particularly suitable. Their low moisture content provides a higher yield per kilogram, optimising value for money.
Yes. Depending on needs and applications, certain vanilla-based solutions may appeal to perfumery professionals seeking raw materials with a strong aromatic signature.
Madagascar vanilla is a major olfactory reference, often associated with childhood memories, within the diversity of available origins.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can have different concentrations and contain seeds, or be offered seed-free as bespoke productions. Easy to use, they blend readily into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla extracts are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared by our teams in Madagascar. After selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant, also in Madagascar. The final stage is dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels at our plant in France.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals favour vanilla extract for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while bottles fitted with dispensing caps ensure precise dosing.
Our three formulations deliver immediate aromatic intensity for different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, this extract is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our extracts is made from a rigorous selection of pods according to a controlled recipe that guarantees aromatic consistency over time. This selection gives our extracts a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
Authentic Products offers three concentrations of vanilla extract, providing different aromatic intensities. Depending on the formulation, the recommended dosage is between 10 and 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla extract offers a wide range of applications, notably for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds provide added visual appeal.
Seed-free extracts are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla extract should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla extracts are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Two parameters assess the intrinsic quality of a vanilla extract: its vanillin content and the pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
Our sales teams can provide the vanillin content. Every batch is analysed and has a physicochemical report detailing this information, available on request.
The pod equivalence is stated on the vanilla extract bottles and/or on the technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer your questions.
Our vanilla extracts are available in several formats: 50 ml flasks (200 and 400 g/L concentrations), 500 g bottles (Professional and 200 g/L concentrations), 1 kg bottles, and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
All our packaging is made from PET or HDPE (for the jerrycans) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Vanilla extract is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
By definition, natural vanilla flavouring contains at least 95% vanilla-derived flavouring preparation, complemented by up to 5% natural flavouring substances that can add specific buttery, caramelised, woody or other notes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are designed to flavour indulgent preparations. Essential in sweet cuisine, they are available in bottles, flasks or jerrycans. Depending on requirements, they can be offered in different concentrations and formulations, with or without seeds, as bespoke productions.
Easy to use, they blend readily into every recipe. We offer a standard formulation as well as customised solutions depending on order volumes.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavourings are made from simple, natural ingredients derived from our own pods prepared in Madagascar and complemented with natural flavouring substances.
After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final phase, carried out at our plant in France, consists of dilution in a sweet liquid carrier at different concentration levels, with the addition of natural flavouring substances.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, natural flavouring substances and, by default, spent vanilla seeds, which can be removed for bespoke production.
Professionals value natural vanilla flavourings for their ease of use. Unlike pods, they require no prior preparation. Their sugar-based formulation facilitates incorporation, while packaging fitted with dispensing caps allows precise dosing.
Our standard formulation and bespoke solutions deliver immediate aromatic intensity suited to our customers’ different needs. Like our entire range of processed products, our standard natural vanilla flavouring is clean label, with no colourings or additives.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring was developed to reproduce the aromatic complexity of the vanilla pod as closely as possible, while offering the economic advantage associated with this product category.
Our bespoke natural vanilla flavourings are designed to meet our customers’ specifications precisely.
The standard Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring formulation has a recommended dosage of 20 to 30 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Natural vanilla flavouring is suited to many applications, notably ice cream, pastry, chocolate, biscuit-making and catering. Its aromatic strength flavours preparations effectively, while versions with seeds offer added visual appeal.
Seed-free flavourings are particularly suited to beverage and yoghurt manufacturers, helping avoid separation caused by the presence of seeds.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products natural vanilla flavouring should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
Our natural vanilla flavourings are available in 50 ml flasks (with seeds), 1 kg bottles and 10 or 25 kg jerrycans.
Our PET packaging, and our HDPE jerrycans, are fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. Shake the container before each use to ensure even distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used disproportionately at the start of the pack, potentially leaving fewer seeds at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
Natural vanilla flavouring is made from at least 95% vanilla pods; the remaining 5% may come from natural flavouring substances. It can therefore be listed in your ingredients as “natural vanilla flavouring”.
Authentic Products vanilla paste brings an authentic flavour to all your indulgent preparations. Essential in pastry-making, it is available in 500 g jars or 5 kg buckets. Practical and easy to incorporate, it is perfectly suited to all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from simple, natural ingredients. After meticulous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our second plant in Madagascar. The final stage, carried out at our site in France, consists of dilution in a slightly sweet semi-liquid carrier. Offering greater aromatic intensity than our vanilla extracts, the paste remains less sweet than the extract.
The composition is deliberately simple: vanilla concentrate, sugar syrup, glucose, plus spent vanilla seeds and powder.
Professionals value vanilla paste for its ease of use: unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation or handling. Its sugar-based formulation allows simple, even incorporation into every recipe.
Like our entire range of processed products, this vanilla paste is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our paste comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced according to a controlled recipe, ensuring consistent aromas over time. This selection gives it a unique profile with the complex, woody and indulgent notes characteristic of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is between 15 and 20 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you benefit from the full aromatic richness of a pod made from selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams remain available to provide the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla paste is suited to many applications for ice-cream makers, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit manufacturers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively, while the many vanilla seeds provide a striking visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate product. For all our vanilla products, we recommend not exceeding 60°C when heating in order to preserve their aroma fully. Where production time allows, favour cold infusion.
Mix your product thoroughly before use so that the visible particles are distributed evenly.
Authentic Products vanilla paste should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original tightly sealed packaging. Once opened, it must be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pastes are sold with a 24-month best-before date, and we strive to guarantee a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla paste’ is not regulated, understanding and comparing products when purchasing can be complex. Two criteria assess vanilla paste quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product.
The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is analysed regularly and randomly and recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request. The pod equivalence is stated on the product technical data sheet.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority: our teams remain available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is available in several formats: 500 g jars and 5 kg buckets.
All our packaging is made from PET or PP (for the bucket) and is fully recyclable.
Because of their density, vanilla seeds may separate during storage. We recommend shaking the container before each use to ensure even seed distribution. Without this precaution, the seeds will be used first at the start of the pack, leaving few or none at the end of the bottle or jerrycan.
In its vanilla paste formulation, Authentic Products combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating both spent vanilla seeds and powder. If overdosed, cream- or milk-based preparations may therefore become slightly grey.
Authentic Products vanilla paste is made from five simple ingredients:
Vanilla concentrate, for an authentic flavour;
Spent vanilla seeds and powder, for a distinctive visual effect in your preparations;
Sugar syrup and glucose, used as a carrier for all the ingredients.
To guarantee an additive-free recipe, no anti-crystallising agent is added. Small sugar crystals may therefore form during storage between 0 and 4°C. These crystals dissolve easily when heated in your recipes.
Vanilla paste is a 100% pure product obtained solely from pods, making it one of the most authentic aromatic ingredients. As a flavouring preparation, it may be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in your ingredient list. The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product remains 100% natural and pod-derived. The reverse is not permitted.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl offers an intense, authentic vanilla flavour, ideal for enhancing all your preparations. Particularly valued by ice-cream makers, it is available in 100 g and 1 kg formats. Easy to dose and incorporate, it blends perfectly into all your recipes.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is made from two carefully selected natural ingredients. After rigorous pod selection, oleoresin extraction takes place at our Madagascar plant, before final blending at our site in France.
With the highest aromatic intensity in our range, it enhances preparations without adding sweetness. Its deliberately simple composition is limited to vanilla concentrate and spent vanilla seeds.
Professionals especially value vanilla pearl for its ease of use and high aromatic intensity. Unlike pods, it requires no prior preparation and incorporates easily and evenly into all recipes thanks to its no-added-sugar formulation.
Like our entire range of processed products, it is guaranteed clean label, with no colourings or additives.
The vanilla concentrate (oleoresin) used in our pearl comes from a rigorous selection of pods and is produced through a controlled process, guaranteeing aromatic intensity and consistency over time. This requirement gives it a unique profile with complex, woody and indulgent notes typical of Madagascar vanilla.
The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 g per kilogram.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the full aromatic richness of a pod made from rigorously selected raw materials with a vanillin content above 1.6%, ensuring optimal quality.
Our sales teams are available to send you the analytical reports for the batches sold.
Vanilla pearl is especially valued by ice-cream professionals and is also perfectly suited to pastry chefs, chocolatiers, biscuit makers and restaurateurs. Its powerful aroma flavours preparations effectively and the vanilla seeds provide a refined visual result.
Vanilla is a delicate ingredient. To preserve its aromas fully, do not exceed 60°C when heating. Where the process allows, favour cold infusion.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl should be stored in a dry place away from light, in its original carefully sealed packaging. Once opened, it should be refrigerated between 0 and 4°C.
Our vanilla pearls are sold with a 24-month best-before date. We ensure a minimum remaining shelf life of 18 months upon delivery.
As the term ‘vanilla pearl’ is not regulated, interpreting and comparing products can be complex.
Two main criteria assess its quality: vanillin content and pod equivalence per litre or kilogram of product. The vanillin content, provided by our sales teams, is subject to regular random analyses recorded in a detailed physicochemical report available on request.
At Authentic Products, transparency is a priority. Our teams are available to support you and answer all your questions.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl is available in 100 g jars and 1 kg buckets.
Our PET packaging is fully recyclable.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl contains a high concentration of vanilla, giving it a dense texture. When refrigerated, it may harden and become more difficult to work with.
To make it easier to use, leave it at room temperature for a few moments so that it regains a softer texture.
Authentic Products vanilla pearl combines aromatic intensity with visual appeal by incorporating vanilla seeds and concentrate. If overdosed, its high vanilla oleoresin concentration may slightly yellow cream- or milk-based preparations.
Vanilla pearl is a 100% pure product made exclusively from pod-derived ingredients, making it one of the most authentic flavouring ingredients. It may therefore be listed as ‘vanilla extract’ in the ingredient list, as a flavouring preparation.
The terms ‘natural vanilla flavouring’ or ‘vanilla flavouring’ may also be used, provided the product is entirely natural and derived from the pod. The reverse is not permitted.
Vanilla is a spice obtained from the fruit of a tropical orchid of the genus Vanilla, discovered in Mexico in the 16th century. It is mainly grown in warm, humid regions such as Madagascar, Uganda, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Mexico.
After harvesting, the pods undergo a lengthy preparation process—blanching, sweating, drying and conditioning—which develops their characteristic aromas.
Each botanical species has distinct molecular characteristics, resulting in specific aromatic profiles.
Planifolia vanilla (Madagascar, Uganda, Comoros, São Tomé, Mexico, etc.) is distinguished by rich, intense, chocolatey and spicy notes.
Tahitensis vanilla (from Tahiti or Papua New Guinea) develops a more floral, gentle and slightly aniseed profile.
Pompona vanilla develops predominantly almond-like notes.
Within a single botanical species, geographical origin—the country of harvest—strongly influences the aromatic profile of vanilla pods. This variability is notably explained by terroir, particularly soil quality and growing conditions.
Each origin therefore offers a unique taste experience suited to a variety of culinary applications.
Contrary to popular belief, a quality pod is not necessarily supple and fleshy.
The quality of a vanilla pod depends on its intended use. To assess quality, check for a high vanillin content—between 1.6 and 2%* for Gourmet vanilla—and a moisture content not exceeding 38%.
For information, any professional selling vanilla must be able to provide analytical reports upon request. These reports notably state the vanillin and moisture content of the vanilla pods.
The pod should have a powerful, pleasant aroma, with no unpleasant odour that could indicate insufficient drying.
*depending on the overall quality of the harvest
The vanilla pod is the raw product, offering the purest flavour.
Vanilla extract is obtained by macerating pods in an alcoholic mixture. This extract, also known as oleoresin, is then generally diluted at different concentrations in a sugar- or alcohol-based carrier.
Vanilla powder is made from whole dried and ground pods. Each form has advantages depending on the application—pastry, beverages or quick preparations.
Once harvested at maturity and properly stabilised, vanilla pods can be stored in a dry place, away from light and at room temperature.
After opening the bag, if vacuum resealing is not possible, store the pods in an airtight glass jar away from light. This preserves their quality and prevents them from drying out.
When properly stabilised and stored, a vanilla pod can keep for several years. Over time it may lose some moisture, but it retains its aromas if stored correctly.
Traditionally, for vanilla used in pastry-making, simply split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds and pod can be infused in milk, cream or other preparations to extract all their aromas.
There are other ways to use vanilla pods depending on your application, so please contact us for advice.
Yes. A used pod can be rinsed, dried and then ground to flavour future preparations. It can also be placed in sugar to make homemade vanilla sugar.
Natural vanilla has great aromatic complexity, with hundreds of compounds. Artificial vanillin, often synthesised, reproduces only vanilla’s main aromatic molecule—vanillin—resulting in a simpler, less complex taste.
Authentic Products Madagascar vanilla pods are prepared locally by our teams. They then undergo rigorous checks, analyses and demanding selection by our teams based in Bordeaux, France. This gives us complete control of the process and full traceability, from production in Madagascar to delivery to our customers.
Choosing Madagascar vanilla pods supplied by Authentic Products also supports all our initiatives for local communities and environmental preservation.
For other origins, we work with committed producers who strictly comply with hygiene standards and regulatory requirements, carefully selecting their highest-quality pods.
Split vanilla is harvested at a late stage of maturity and naturally splits at the tip while still on the vine. Its notes are generally rounder and more candied than those of unsplit vanilla.
There are three main categories:
Gourmet vanilla, generally with a moisture content of 28 to 38%, supple and mainly intended for food professionals,
red vanilla, also known as extraction-grade vanilla, with a moisture content of approximately 20 to 28%
cuts, generally intended for the US market: lower-grade vanilla, often broken or very short.
Vanilla powder is made by grinding whole pods, which are often dried beforehand.
This should not be confused with spent vanilla powder, made in the same way but from pods that have already been used and are therefore described as ‘spent’. It serves only as a visual marker because all aromatic compounds have been extracted.
Vanilla powder can be used in all types of preparations. However, we do not recommend using it directly in cream, as the product may take on a greyish colour.
