TAHITIAN VANILLA POD 6g
Tahitian vanilla, a lesser-known variety compared to its Madagascar cousin, offers a delightful surprise with its distinct aniseed aroma. Its pod, notably thicker than bourbon vanilla, and its flesh, with a unique prune scent, set it apart in the world of gourmet ingredients.
Vanilla tahitensis, or Tahitian vanilla, is the fruit of crossing two species. Between 1848 and 1850, vanilla aromatics and fragrances were introduced in Polynesia. After a series of successful crosses, vanilla tahitensis was born in the Leeward Islands. This orchid grows in the heart of humid valleys on soils rich in humus and thrives under shade houses or even tender acacias, from which it absorbs the headiest juices.
Polynesian vanilla is three to four times thicker than Bourbon planifolia vanilla. Its particularity is indehiscent: it does not split on its vine. This is what allows it to retain all the power of its aromas. It is harvested with three months more maturity than vanilla planifolia. You will immediately notice its stunning aromas of caramel and anise, and its flesh smells of prunes. Intoxicating, it offers surprisingly subtle floral and butyric (salted butter) notes.
Terre Exotique meticulously selects this Tahitian vanilla from a high-quality culture. The pods are labelled as 'Gourmet' or 'TK', depending on the country. They must be oily, plump, fleshy, full-bodied, and black or dark brown. Preparing a single pod ensures top-notch quality, taking between 6 and 12 months, followed by a mandatory maturation period of at least 90 days.
Before opening, the tube should be kept in a cool, dry place. Once opened, we recommend you keep your vanilla in the fridge to stop it from drying out.
Origin: Tahiti
Net: 6g - One Pod.
POSSIBLE TRACES OF ALLERGENS: celery, sesame, mustard, nuts.
DELIVERY INFO
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If you need your delivery on a specific day, please mention this in the notes section on the checkout page. We may advise alternative options, such as dispatching your order a day earlier to ensure timely arrival.
All items leave our facility in perfect condition with a good use-by date. Please consider this when selecting your delivery date. Once dispatched, the package is under the responsibility of our couriers, making it difficult to change the delivery address or expedite delays.
We do offer Saturday delivery, but please note that our couriers do not operate phone support at weekends, and our customer service is closed. For time-sensitive deliveries, we recommend choosing a weekday to allow us to address any issues promptly.
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CHRISTMAS 2024 ORDER INFO
Please choose your delivery date for pre-christmas orders on the date-picker in your shopping basket with the following guidance. We will try our best to deliver on your selected day, but it is not guaranteed, so please allow for an extra day
ORDER DEADLINES
ORDERS FOR DELIVERY ON OR BEFORE 23/12/24 - 11pm 19/12/23
ORDERS BETWEEN CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS EVE - 11PM 27/12/24
Delivery slots are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
ORDERS CONTAINING FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY
If you have space to store them, please request your order to be delivered as soon as possible, or choosing delivery before December 20th. We reserve the right to change your delivery date up to to 2 days prior if we feel it runs the risk of not arriving to you promptly.
FRESH TRUFFLES
Your truffles will be harvested as close to Christmas as possible to offer the longest shelf life and the freshest product. We fly them in from Europe early each morning on the same days we send them to you.
Last available Pre-Christmas delivery is 23rd December and the truffles will be good for a minimum of 6 days, any longer may impact your enjoyment - PLEASE notify us via email if you need them for the exact delivery day you requested or consider receiving them a day earlier, if that date is available.
As always with fresh truffles they are best eaten as soon as possible to enjoy maximum aroma.
FRESH PRODUCTS
All fresh products are supplied with a use by date beyond 28/12/24, with the inclusion of fresh mushrooms and fresh truffles. We aim for delivery no later than the 23rd of December
WAGYU STEAK / FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY/ DRY GOODS
All of our frozen products have a long shelf life in the freezer or at least 5 days if defrosted. Orders containing only frozen products will be delivered no later than 20th of December.
You can order certain products (subject to availability) for delivery on 30/12/24
White truffles will not be available for delivery between Christmas & New Years Eve, Instead please order fresh black truffles.
FROM 18/12/24 Our phone lines are closed while we compile Christmas pre-orders, please email us and we will get back you as soon as possible.
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Customer service is available for delivery queries via info@fineandwild.com
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