Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract - 32 oz. Professional Grade

Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract is the global gold standard for culinary professionals. Crafted using a proprietary cold-extraction process, this extract preserves the more than 300 delicate flavor compounds found in the vanilla bean. While mass-market brands use heat that can destroy these nuances, Nielsen-Massey allows the beans to age for weeks in a gentle solution, resulting in a full-bodied, sweet, and creamy flavor with velvety after-tones.

The "Bourbon" in the name refers to the Bourbon Islands (Madagascar, Réunion, and others), renowned for producing the world’s finest vanilla orchids. This 32 oz. (Quart) bottle is the workhorse of the professional kitchen, providing a consistent, high-impact flavor that elevates everything from the simplest sponge to the most complex custard.

As a Canadian seller based in Calgary, Alberta, we provide these world-class extracts with fast shipping across Canada to support bakeries, pastry shops, and culinary professionals who demand excellence.

BEST FOR: High-end cakes, premium cookies, crème brûlée, artisanal ice cream, and specialty coffee syrups.

DIETARY NOTE: KOSHER. GLUTEN-FREE. NON-GMO PROJECT VERIFIED. VEGAN.

Why It Works

• Cold-Extraction Integrity: By avoiding high-heat processing, the extract retains the complex floral and woody notes unique to Madagascar beans.

• Superior Concentration: Its potent aroma and flavor survive the high heat of the oven, ensuring the final product tastes as rich as the raw batter.

• Versatile Flavor Profile: Features a sweet, creamy, and mellow character that blends seamlessly with dairy, chocolate, and fruit.

• Professional Purity: Contains no artificial vanillin or synthetic colors—just pure vanilla bean extractives, water, and alcohol.

• Industry Consistency: Standardized for strength, ensuring your signature recipes perform identically across every batch and shift.

Use Cases

• Patisserie Essentials: The primary flavor for classic Genoise sponges, Choux pastry, and buttery shortbreads.

• Premium Dairy: Enhance the richness of pastry creams, Crème Anglaise, and homemade gelato.

• Confectionery: A vital component in house-made marshmallows, caramels, and chocolate ganaches.

• Craft Beverage: A favorite for creating high-end vanilla bean lattes or sophisticated botanical cocktails.

Specs

• Size: 32 oz. (946 ml / 1 Quart)

• Brand: Nielsen-Massey Vanillas

• Flavor: Madagascar Bourbon

• Format: Pure Liquid Extract

• Ingredients: Water, Alcohol (35%), Sugar, Vanilla Bean Extractives.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Do not refrigerate.

• Origin: USA

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• What makes "Bourbon" vanilla special? It is the most popular vanilla variety in the world, known for a flavor that is significantly richer and more "creamy" than Tahitian or Mexican varieties.

• How much should I use? Follow your recipe exactly. 1 tablespoon of extract = 1 whole vanilla bean.

• Why shouldn't I refrigerate it? Cold temperatures can cause the extract to become cloudy or lose its delicate aromatic nuances. A room-temperature pantry is ideal.

• Is there alcohol in this? Yes, pure vanilla extract requires a minimum of 35% alcohol to properly extract and preserve the vanilla bean’s oils.

• Is this the same as vanilla essence? No. "Essence" is often synthetic. This is Pure Extract, made from real vanilla beans.

• What is the shelf life? Pure vanilla extract actually improves with age and will last indefinitely if kept in a cool, dark place.