A vanilla bean has a lot more going on than the word “vanilla” on a label suggests. Where it comes from, how it is prepared, and whether it is being used for baking, extraction, or manufacturing all make a difference. That is where NY Vanilla has built its focus.
The company supplies a range of vanilla products to customers across the USA, from whole beans for bakers and pastry chefs to ingredients intended for commercial extraction and food production.
Its selection includes Grade A whole vanilla beans, Grade B extraction-grade beans, vanilla bean cuts, vanilla extract, and vanilla powder.
For recipes where the bean itself is part of the experience, Grade A whole vanilla beans are a natural choice. NY Vanilla’s Grade A beans typically contain 28% to 35% moisture and approximately 2% to 3% vanillin. They can be split and scraped into custards, ice cream, cakes, creams, and other desserts where those small vanilla seeds and the aroma of the bean really matter.
Grade B beans serve a different purpose. With typical moisture levels of 15% to 21% and vanillin levels of around 1.5% to 2%, they are suited to extraction and are a practical option for businesses making their own vanilla extract.
NY Vanilla also offers vanilla bean cuts. These are made from premium Grade B vanilla beans and cut into pieces of approximately 0.5 to 1 inch. For anyone working with larger quantities of vanilla, having the beans already cut can make preparation considerably easier.
Then there are the ready-to-use options: single-fold and double-fold vanilla extract and vanilla powder.
Having all of these formats available matters because there isn’t one “right” vanilla for every kitchen or production line. A pastry chef may want whole beans, while an extract maker may be looking for Grade B beans. A manufacturer may need a different format altogether.
NY Vanilla also works with customers who have specific requirements and offers custom orders based on individual specifications.
The end result is a fairly straightforward approach to vanilla: source the right product for the job and let the ingredient do what it is supposed to do.
For bakers, food businesses, and manufacturers looking for premium vanilla beans in the USA, NY Vanilla offers a range of products suited to different recipes and applications.