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PRODUCT INFO
LUSH. NATURAL. COMPLEX. ELEGANT.
Vanilla is at the heart of our family legacy.
Discover THE GOURMET COLLECTION TAHITENSIS TRILOGY, a tribute to the art of vanilla. Crafted with meticulous care, this exclusive selection is designed to inspire chefs and culinary creators with the most authentic and captivating vanilla aromas.
Our premium product box contains:
1 Gourmet Tahitian Vanilla Bean
1 Origin Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract
1 Tahitian Vanilla Powder
The sale of these boxes will serve as a driving force for our business and help us achieve our social goals.
RECOMMENDED USAGE
1 Gourmet Tahitian Vanilla Bean : Split the bean, scrape out the seeds, and add to desserts like ice cream, custards, or pastry creams for rich, floral vanilla flavor.
1 Origin Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract : Ideal for pastries, custards, whipped cream, and tropical cocktails. Adds smooth, floral vanilla notes to both sweet and savory recipes.
1 Tahitian Vanilla Powder : Ideal for baking, pancakes, granola, protein shakes, and spice blends. Adds pure vanilla flavor to dry recipes like cookies, cake mixes, or rubs without extra moisture.
SUGGESTED USES:
Elevate gourmet desserts with natural, ethically sourced vanilla flavor.
Perfect for mindful chefs creating artisanal pastries, sauces, and beverages.
A thoughtful gift for culinary professionals who value sustainability and quality. Ideal for holiday baking, festive cocktails, and unique spice blends. Enhance plant-based and organic recipes with pure vanilla essence.
STORAGE:
Keep your beans in an airtight container glass , stored in a cool , dark place away from heat and light.
Avoid refrigeration to prevent moisture buildup. After opening , air out the beans every few days to maintain thir natural moisture.
Properly stored , beans last up to 2 yeras , though we recommend using them within 4-6 months for the best flavor.
INGREDIENTS
100% Whole Tahitensis Vanilla Beans ( Grade A )
100% Whole Tahitensis Vanilla Beans with alcohol ( Grade A )
100% Ground Whole Tahitensis Vanilla Beans (Grade A)
PRODUCT INFO
ORGANIC.FLORAL.COMPLEX.LUXURIOUS
THE GOURMET COLLECTION TAHITENSIS TRILOGY, a tribute to the art of vanilla. Crafted with meticulous care, this exclusive selection is designed to inspire chefs and culinary creators with the most authentic and captivating vanilla aromas.
Craftsmanship at its finest.
Our greatest goal is to provide employment opportunities for women in the rural areas of Santo Domingo La Villega. All proceeds are dedicated to creating jobs, housing, and new opportunities for these communities.
Delicte. Unique. Exceptional
RECOMMENDED USAGE
For household recipes, use between 1 and 2 whole beans (or scrape the seeds inside ) depending on the desired intensity. Each bean weigths 5 grams with 10 beans the standard amount for making homemade vanilla extract .
SUGGESTED USES:
Infuse desserts : Add seeds to batters , creams or sauces.
Craft beverages: Elevate lattes , cocktails or subtle vanilla infusion.
STORAGE:
Keep your beans in an airtight container glass , stored in a cool , dark place away from heat and light. Avoid refrigeration to prevent moisture buildup. After opening , air out the beans every few days to maintain thir natural moisture.
Properly stored , beans last up to 2 yeras , though we recommend using them within 4-6 months for the best flavor.
This product complies with European nion and Swiss food regulations and holds an official sanitary registration.
INGREDIENTS
1 Gourmet Tahitian Vanilla Bean
1 Origin Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract
1 Tahitian Vanilla Powder
Know Our Vanilla. Live Our Legacy. Share Our Soul.
Craftsmanship at its finest.
INTRODUCING OUR The Gourmet Collection Tahitensis Trilogy
Product: The Gourmet Collection Tahitensis Trilogy
Origin: Ayan Farms - Santo Domingo - Ecuador
Contents:
Vanilla crafted with purpose, empowering women and preserving heritage.
Item Specifications
Ayan EC Vanilla – The Rare Tahitensis from Ecuador
While almost 98% of the world’s vanilla comes from the common Bourbon (planifolia) variety, there exists a far rarer type called Vanilla × tahitensis. Representing only a tiny fraction of global production, this variety is prized for its floral and fruity complexity and is most famously grown in Tahiti.
Ecuadorian Tahitensis, our Ayan EC, is a unique expression of this variety. Thanks to Ecuador’s fertile soils, tropical climate, and artisanal curing traditions, our beans develop an aroma that is distinct, rich, and layered.
Product Overview
INTRODUCING OUR EXQUISITE VANILLA
Product: Grade A Tahitian Vanilla Beans (Ecuadorian)
Origin: Ayan Farms-Santo Domingo - Ecuador
Bean Length: 15,5 - 18 cm
Weight per bean: 5-6 grams
Quantity: 1 bean per pack
Aroma & Flavor: Delicate Floral with Fruity Apricot and Nutty Notes
Farming Practices
At Ayan EC, our vanilla plants are young, and our plantation is currently producing its first harvest. They grow in 4,500 m² of fully enclosed greenhouses, which are hermetically controlled for temperature, humidity, and nutrients by our team of expert agronomists. These ecosystems are pest-free and perfectly optimized for vanilla growth. The soil in our Santo Domingo farms has been scientifically tested and proven to be virgin, nutrient-rich, and free from any contamination, creating the ideal environment for premium vanilla. From the very first day, every plant receives meticulous attention to guarantee the highest potential quality for each pod.
Duration: 1.7 years Cumulative Time from Planting: 0 – 1.7 years Key Standards: Hermetic environment, pest-free, constant temperature and humidity monitoring
Vanilla flowers are fragile and ephemeral, lasting only one day each year. Manual pollination is conducted daily by highly trained staff using toothpicks, ensuring that every flower reaches its full potential.
Duration: 0.5 years Cumulative Time from Planting: 1.7 years Key Standards: Manual pollination, controlled timing, individual attention to each flower.
After pollination, vanilla pods develop over approximately 9 months. Our team carefully monitors each plant, checking for pods with brown tips, signaling readiness for harvest. The greenhouse maintains strict, hermetically controlled temperature and humidity, ensuring healthy and uniform pod growth.
Duration: 9 months Cumulative Time from Planting: 1.7 – 2.6 years Key Standards: Continuous monitoring, hermetic environment, optimal growth conditions
Pods are hand-harvested from the top of the inflorescence when they reach proper ripeness. They are collected in cloth bags and taken to the washing and trimming area. The “killing” process (thermal shock) activates enzymes that develop the characteristic vanilla aroma and flavor. Pods are then sweated for 48 hours to prepare them for curing.
Duration: 2–3 days Cumulative Time from Planting: 2.6 years Key Standards: Hand-harvested, controlled processing, enzyme activation
After sweating, pods are sun-exposed 1–2 hours daily at 60°C for 10–12 days. They are then moved to shade-drying rooms for 3–6 months, allowing slow, controlled dehydration. Following this, pods undergo an additional 5 months of careful curing, during which each pod is carefully massaged to enhance flavor and aroma. Weekly sun exposure ensures uniform quality. The curing rooms are hermetically controlled for temperature and humidity. Once the pods reach ideal flexibility and moisture, they are disinfected and vacuum-packed, preserving their organoleptic properties.
Duration: 8–11 months total (including sun exposure, shade drying, and extra curing) Cumulative Time from Planting: 2.6 – 3.1 years Key Standards: Controlled temperature and humidity, hermetic environment, hand-massaged pods, long curing for maximum flavor
Our vanilla pods are 15–21 cm long, weigh 5–8 grams, and are rich in vanillin, the compound responsible for the iconic vanilla flavor. Ayan EC produces, curates, and exports directly, guaranteeing premium quality. These pods are ideal for vanilla caviar, ground vanilla, or extract, providing chefs with versatile and exceptional culinary value. Every pod embodies the pristine Santo Domingo soil, precise cultivation, and expert post-harvest process, making Ayan vanilla a rare and highly valuable product. Once packaged, the product is shipped to Europe via DHL, fully insured, ensuring it arrives safely and in perfect condition.
Cumulative Time from Planting: 3.2 years Key Standards: Direct production, high-end quality, ready for international gourmet markets
Ayan Plantations
Meet our Ayan farms, where every plant is nurtured with care, passion, and respect for nature. Our team is made up of socially conscious individuals dedicated not only to cultivating exceptional products but also to empowering our community. We strive to grow responsibly, creating opportunities for local families, supporting women, and strengthening cooperative partnerships—because at Ayan, our success is measured by the positive impact we make on our people and our country.
Social Impact & Mission
Ayan, our mission is rooted in empowering women and transforming communities. A significant portion of our resources is dedicated to improving the quality of life in La Villega, creating opportunities for education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods.
We envision a future where societies grow stronger together, grounded in the values of fraternity, equity, and respect for women in rural areas. Our work is centered on giving women the tools, support, and leadership opportunities they need to thrive, fostering independence, confidence, and social impact that extends across generations.
Our Clients & Chefs
We supply vanilla to renowned chefs and boutique producers worldwide, ensuring only the finest beans reach our clients.
Item Specifications
Ayan EC Vanilla – The Rare Tahitensis from Ecuador
While almost 98% of the world’s vanilla comes from the common Bourbon (planifolia) variety, there exists a far rarer type called Vanilla × tahitensis. Representing only a tiny fraction of global production, this variety is prized for its floral and fruity complexity and is most famously grown in Tahiti.
Ecuadorian Tahitensis, our Ayan EC, is a unique expression of this variety. Thanks to Ecuador’s fertile soils, tropical climate, and artisanal curing traditions, our beans develop an aroma that is distinct, rich, and layered.
Product Overview
INTRODUCING OUR EXQUISITE VANILLA
Product: Grade A Tahitian Vanilla Beans (Ecuadorian)
Origin: Ayan Farms-Santo Domingo - Ecuador
Bean Length: 15,5 - 18 cm
Weight per bean: 5-6 grams
Quantity: 1 bean per pack
Aroma & Flavor: Delicate Floral with Fruity Apricot and Nutty Notes
Farming Practices
At Ayan EC, our vanilla plants are young, and our plantation is currently producing its first harvest. They grow in 4,500 m² of fully enclosed greenhouses, which are hermetically controlled for temperature, humidity, and nutrients by our team of expert agronomists. These ecosystems are pest-free and perfectly optimized for vanilla growth.
The soil in our Santo Domingo farms has been scientifically tested and proven to be virgin, nutrient-rich, and free from any contamination, creating the ideal environment for premium vanilla. From the very first day, every plant receives meticulous attention to guarantee the highest potential quality for each pod.
Duration: 1.7 years
Cumulative Time from Planting: 0 – 1.7 years
Key Standards: Hermetic environment, pest-free, constant temperature and humidity monitoring
Vanilla flowers are fragile and ephemeral, lasting only one day each year. Manual pollination is conducted daily by highly trained staff using toothpicks, ensuring that every flower reaches its full potential.
Duration: 0.5 years
Cumulative Time from Planting: 1.7 years
Key Standards: Manual pollination, controlled timing, individual attention to each flower
After pollination, vanilla pods develop over approximately 9 months. Our team carefully monitors each plant, checking for pods with brown tips, signaling readiness for harvest. The greenhouse maintains strict, hermetically controlled temperature and humidity, ensuring healthy and uniform pod growth.
Duration: 9 months
Cumulative Time from Planting: 1.7 – 2.6 years
Key Standards: Continuous monitoring, hermetic environment, optimal growth conditions
Pods are hand-harvested from the top of the inflorescence when they reach proper ripeness. They are collected in cloth bags and taken to the washing and trimming area. The “killing” process (thermal shock) activates enzymes that develop the characteristic vanilla aroma and flavor. Pods are then sweated for 48 hours to prepare them for curing.
Duration: 2–3 days
Cumulative Time from Planting: 2.6 years
Key Standards: Hand-harvested, controlled processing, enzyme activation
After sweating, pods are sun-exposed 1–2 hours daily at 60°C for 10–12 days. They are then moved to shade-drying rooms for 3–6 months, allowing slow, controlled dehydration. Following this, pods undergo an additional 5 months of careful curing, during which each pod is carefully massaged to enhance flavor and aroma. Weekly sun exposure ensures uniform quality. The curing rooms are hermetically controlled for temperature and humidity. Once the pods reach ideal flexibility and moisture, they are disinfected and vacuum-packed, preserving their organoleptic properties.
Duration: 8–11 months total (including sun exposure, shade drying, and extra curing)
Cumulative Time from Planting: 2.6 – 3.1 years
Key Standards: Controlled temperature and humidity, hermetic environment, hand-massaged pods, long curing for maximum flavor
Our vanilla pods are 15–21 cm long, weigh 5–8 grams, and are rich in vanillin, the compound responsible for the iconic vanilla flavor. Ayan EC produces, curates, and exports directly, guaranteeing premium quality. These pods are ideal for vanilla caviar, ground vanilla, or extract, providing chefs with versatile and exceptional culinary value. Every pod embodies the pristine Santo Domingo soil, precise cultivation, and expert post-harvest process, making Ayan vanilla a rare and highly valuable product. Once packaged, the product is shipped to Europe via DHL, fully insured, ensuring it arrives safely and in perfect condition.
Cumulative Time from Planting: 3.2 years
Key Standards: Direct production, high-end quality, ready for international gourmet markets
Ayan Plantations
Meet our Ayan farms, where every plant is nurtured with care, passion, and respect for nature. Our team is made up of socially conscious individuals dedicated not only to cultivating exceptional products but also to empowering our community. We strive to grow responsibly, creating opportunities for local families, supporting women, and strengthening cooperative partnerships—because at Ayan, our success is measured by the positive impact we make on our people and our country.
Our Clients & Chefs
Opinions and experiences from our clients and professional chefs who use our products.
Social Impact & Mission
At Ayan, our mission is rooted in empowering women and transforming communities. A significant portion of our resources is dedicated to improving the quality of life in La Villega, creating opportunities for education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods.
We envision a future where societies grow stronger together, grounded in the values of fraternity, equity, and respect for women in rural areas. Our work is centered on giving women the tools, support, and leadership opportunities they need to thrive, fostering independence, confidence, and social impact that extends across generations.
At Ayan, we don’t just cultivate communities; we cultivate hope, equality, and a brighter future for the women of La Villega.