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PRODUCT INFO
PRODUCT INFO
FLORAL. EXOTIC. REFINED. ESSENTIAL.
FLORAL. EXOTIC. REFINED. ESSENTIAL.
Vanilla is our newest passion rooted in generations of agricultural expertise. At Ayan EC, we come from a long tradition of sustainable farming in Santo Domingo, Ecuador. With deep roots in agriculture, we've recently expanded into the world of vanilla, applying the same dedication and care that have defined our work for decades. Our Limited Edition Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract is made from carefully cultivated Grade A Vanilla Tahitensis beans, grown on our farms and sun-cured with precision.
Vanilla is our newest passion rooted in generations of agricultural expertise. At Ayan EC, we come from a long tradition of sustainable farming in Santo Domingo, Ecuador. With deep roots in agriculture, we've recently expanded into the world of vanilla, applying the same dedication and care that have defined our work for decades. Our Limited Edition Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract is made from carefully cultivated Grade A Vanilla Tahitensis beans, grown on our farms and sun-cured with precision.
Craftsmanship at its finest.
Craftsmanship at its finest.
Our extract is produced through a slow, cold-percolation process that gently draws out the complex aromatic profile of each bean preserving over 300 natural compounds found in real vanilla. The result is a rare, floral-forward extract with silky sweetness and a deep, lingering richness that elevates both sweet and savory creations
Our extract is produced through a slow, cold-percolation process that gently draws out the complex aromatic profile of each bean preserving over 300 natural compounds found in real vanilla. The result is a rare, floral-forward extract with silky sweetness and a deep, lingering richness that elevates both sweet and savory creations
In addition, our team of agricultural engineers provides constant monitoring to guarantee the highest quality in every bean.
In addition, our team of agricultural engineers provides constant monitoring to guarantee the highest quality in every bean.
A work of art.
A work of art.
RECOMMENDED USAGE
RECOMMENDED USAGE
Add elegance and depth to any recipe:
Add elegance and depth to any recipe:
Desserts: Ideal for cakes, cookies, custards, mousses, and ice creams.
Desserts: Ideal for cakes, cookies, custards, mousses, and ice creams.
Savory dishes: Elevate sauces, glazes, or tropical marinades.
Savory dishes: Elevate sauces, glazes, or tropical marinades.
Beverages: Blend into lattes, cocktails, smoothies, or sparkling water.
Beverages: Blend into lattes, cocktails, smoothies, or sparkling water.
For home use: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons per recipe (approx. 5–10 mL), depending on intensity desired. For industrial use: Use 2 to 4 oz per 5 gallons (40 lbs) of mix.
For home use: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons per recipe (approx. 5–10 mL), depending on intensity desired. For industrial use: Use 2 to 4 oz per 5 gallons (40 lbs) of mix.
STORAGE:
STORAGE:
This product complies with European nion and Swiss food regulations and holds an official sanitary registration.
This product complies with European nion and Swiss food regulations and holds an official sanitary registration.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct light. This product is extremely shelf-stable, retaining flavor and aroma for years. Shelf life: 1095 days from date of manufacture (indicated on bottle as UDC).
Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct light. This product is extremely shelf-stable, retaining flavor and aroma for years. Shelf life: 1095 days from date of manufacture (indicated on bottle as UDC).
INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
Alcohol and Ayan EC’s Finest Whole Tahitian Vanilla Beans (Vanilla Tahitensis).
Alcohol and Ayan EC’s Finest Whole Tahitian Vanilla Beans (Vanilla Tahitensis).
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
Quantity: 60 ML
Aroma & Flavor: Delicate Floral Bouquet with Fruity Apricot and
Subtle Nutty Notes, Enhanced by Pure Alcohol
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
In this final stage, the highest quality vanilla beans are immersed in 30% ethanol, in tightly sealed jars. This maceration process takes place in a temperature-controlled environment for one full year, allowing the aromatic compounds to slowly develop. Regular monitoring ensures optimal extraction of flavors throughout the period. The result is a pure, complex vanilla extract with a rich aroma that fully unfolds in alcohol, delivering an unparalleled sensory experience.
Cumulative Time: 4.1 years Key Standards: Direct production, high-end quality, ready for international gourmet markets
Our 60 ml Ayan EC Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract is crafted from the finest Grade A vanilla beans, delivering a concentrated, luxurious flavor in every drop. Each bottle captures the essence of the pristine Santo Domingo soil, meticulous cultivation, and expert post-harvest processing, resulting in an extract of unparalleled quality. Perfect for enhancing desserts, beverages, or gourmet dishes, this extract offers chefs and home cooks alike a versatile and exceptional culinary experience. Bottled with care, each 60 ml jar is sealed to preserve its rich aroma and flavor, and shipped to Europe via DHL, fully insured, ensuring it arrives safely and in perfect condition.
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
Quantity: 60 ML
Aroma & Flavor: Delicate Floral Bouquet with Fruity Apricot and Subtle Nutty Notes, Enhanced by Pure Alcohol
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
In this final stage, the highest quality vanilla beans are immersed in 30% ethanol, in tightly sealed jars. This maceration process takes place in a temperature-controlled environment for one full year, allowing the aromatic compounds to slowly develop. Regular monitoring ensures optimal extraction of flavors throughout the period. The result is a pure, complex vanilla extract with a rich aroma that fully unfolds in alcohol, delivering an unparalleled sensory experience.
Cumulative Time: 4.1 years Key Standards: Direct production, high-end quality, ready for international gourmet markets
Our 60 ml Ayan EC Pure Tahitian Vanilla Extract is crafted from the finest Grade A vanilla beans, delivering a concentrated, luxurious flavor in every drop. Each bottle captures the essence of the pristine Santo Domingo soil, meticulous cultivation, and expert post-harvest processing, resulting in an extract of unparalleled quality. Perfect for enhancing desserts, beverages, or gourmet dishes, this extract offers chefs and home cooks alike a versatile and exceptional culinary experience. Bottled with care, each 60 ml jar is sealed to preserve its rich aroma and flavor, and shipped to Europe via DHL, fully insured, ensuring it arrives safely and in perfect condition.
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.
Craftsmanship at its finest.
INTRODUCING OUR EXQUISITE VANILLA EXTRACT
Product: Grade A Tahitian Vanilla Beans (Ecuadorian)
Origin: Ayan Farms - Santo Domingo - Ecuador
Quantity : 60 ML
Quantity: 1
Aroma & Flavor: Delicate Floral with Fruity Apricot and Nutty Notes