What makes a gourmet snack really “gourmet”?

In a world full of fast and massive options, the term gourmet has become a desired label... but not always well understood. What really differentiates a gourmet snack from a conventional one? Is it just a matter of fancy packaging or higher price?
At Productos Alexander, we believe that being gourmet goes much further. Here we tell you what makes the difference and why our products proudly represent it.

1. Selected, natural and authentic ingredients

A gourmet snack starts with its base: the ingredients. We do not use refined flours, artificial flavorings or processed fats. Our products are born from the Ecuadorian soil, such as Andean sweet potato, Creole peanuts and tropical green plantains, carefully selected by small local producer..

2. Craft processes with quality control

Our snacks do not undergo mass industrial processing. For example, the peanuts are slowly roasted over low heat, not annealed. The sweet potato is cut into thin slices to preserve texture and sweetness. Each batch undergoes manual quality controls, which guarantees a real and consistent sensory experience..

3. Flavor and texture that make a difference

The taste of a gourmet snack is balanced, with authentic notes of the base ingredient. Nothing is disguised with excess salt, sugar or chemicals. Our crispy chifles, creamy peanuts or sweet potato chips are testimony to that: crunchy, tasty and addictive... but in a good way.

4. Presentation and experience

A gourmet product must also generate a different consumption experience: visually attractive, practical, elegant. Our packaging is designed to preserve freshness, facilitate consumption and represent the Ecuadorian identity with pride.

5. Responsibility and values behind the product

Being gourmet is also a philosophy: working with local communities, paying fair prices, using less plastic, reducing preservatives, and offering conscious alternatives to an increasingly informed consumer.

Productos Alexander promotes responsible trade and rescues ingredients with a history of origin, such as Loja Creole peanuts or Andean purple sweet potatoes.

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