{"product_id":"west-african-ayilo-clay","title":"West African Ayilo (Bentonite) – Gritty, Smoky Ghanaian Clay","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A gritty, smoky snap that softens into a nutty, creamy finish.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWest African Ayilo is Ghanaian clay made from a single bentonite source, traditionally baked and often smoked. It has a medium, gritty crunch, with a strong initial bite that gradually breaks down into a milder, slightly creamy or nutty finish. Expect bold earthy and mineral flavour, pronounced smokiness, chalky undertones and subtle sour or tangy notes, followed by a softer, more rounded finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Crunch Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crunchy and gritty — firm initial bite, may contain sandy or stone-like particles, softens into a creamy\/nutty finish; rustic and variable by nature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong earthy and mineral-forward with notes of smokiness, chalky undertones and subtle sour\/tangy damp-soil and baked-earth character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrunch factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – Medium-soft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASMR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharp snap that softens into a crumble\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoky earth, baked clay, mineral dust\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100g \/ 250g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional hand-formed pieces (egg-like or rounded), approx. 5.5–7cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry \u0026amp; region:\u003c\/strong\u003e 🇬🇭 Ghana, West Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% natural bentonite clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVendor \/ source:\u003c\/strong\u003e African Clay Distributor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional clay origins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ayilo (also known as shile, hyile, ferinkasa or agatawoe depending on region and language) is a traditional Ghanaian bentonite clay, mined mainly in the Volta Region and typically baked or smoked during preparation. It has deep cultural significance across several West African communities, historically used in geophagy, body art and ritual practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experienced clay enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate bold, traditional West African profiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrunch level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gritty, earthy, dense\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASMR style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharp, crunchy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Quotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTest Status\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taste Tested – By Me\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally hand-formed and often smoked — texture and grit level are rustic and vary batch to batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay contain sandy or stone-like particles depending on batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended storage: keep dry and sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthy Crunch UK products are natural clay and chalk materials sold for \u003cstrong\u003esensory, hobbyist and ASMR use only\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are not food products and are not food-grade certified or promoted for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClay and chalk can vary naturally in composition and may contain naturally occurring minerals or other materials. Earthy Crunch UK makes no claims regarding health benefits or suitability for ingestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll personal use is at your own risk. Earthy Crunch UK accepts no liability for adverse effects arising from handling or ingestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducts are repackaged in the UK in a clean home environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Earthy Crunch UK","offers":[{"title":"4 Pieces (Up to 120g)","offer_id":53053124084039,"sku":"0301010020","price":5.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Pieces (Up to 250g)","offer_id":53053124116807,"sku":"0301010021","price":11.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6080\/8775\/files\/1_4ca58f77-9837-4ae0-ac26-1dd29bd73f13.png?v=1767295742","url":"https:\/\/earthycrunch.co.uk\/products\/west-african-ayilo-clay","provider":"Earthy Crunch UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}