Golden Selection Vanilla Bean – Premium Type A Vanilla Bean

Golden Selection Ayan EC – Gourmet Vanilla from Ecuador, 3 Pods

Golden Selection Ayan EC is an exceptional gourmet vanilla of the Vanilla × tahitensis variety. It grows on the volcanic soils of Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas in Ecuador and is distinguished by its exceptional size, golden shimmer, and complex aroma.

WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL

• Gourmet vanilla from Ecuador
• Pods measuring approximately 18 to 20 cm in length
• particularly thick, oily, and fleshy texture
• intense floral and fruity aroma profile
• vanillin content of more than 2%
• five-month fermentation and drying process

FLAVOR & AROMA

Intense floral notes meet tropical fruit aromas. The pods are chocolate brown, have a golden shimmer, and impress with their soft, fleshy, and oil-rich consistency.

YOUR MOMENT

For special desserts, fine pastries, chocolate, creams, beverages, and sophisticated culinary creations. The intense aromatic profile makes even small quantities particularly expressive.

ORIGIN & TERROIR

• Country of origin: Ecuador
• Region: Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas
• Altitude: 500 to 700 meters above sea level
• Climate: humid-tropical at approximately 22 to 28 °C
• Soil: mineral-rich clay-loam soil with organic material
• pH level: approximately 5.5 to 6.8

PRODUCTION

The vanilla pods undergo a careful fermentation and drying process over five months. This slow, artisanal processing supports the development of the floral and fruity aromas as well as the high vanillin content.

Each pod is carefully processed and inspected by experienced female artisans from rural communities in Ecuador.

HOW TO USE IT

Cut the pod lengthwise and carefully scrape out the vanilla beans. Both the beans and the scraped pod can be used to flavor creams, milk alternatives, desserts, pastries, or sauces.

CONTENTS

• 3 vanilla pods
• Total weight: approximately 18 to 21 g
• Pod length: approximately 18 to 20 cm
• Variety: Vanilla × tahitensis
• Batch: LOT 2026-05

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry place.

COLLECTION

• KITCHEN RESET