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Experience the deep, earthy soul of Brazil with Åkesson's 75% Forastero cocoa bar. A masterclass in showcasing the distinct character of Bahian beans.
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Experience the deep, earthy soul of Brazil with Åkesson's 75% Forastero cocoa bar. A masterclass in showcasing the distinct character of Bahian beans.
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Åkesson's stands as a pioneering name in the craft chocolate world, celebrated for their intimate connection to the origins of their cacao. Based in Sweden, the maker has built a global reputation for single-origin excellence. This particular bar spotlights the Fazenda Sempre Firme, located in the lush Bahia region of Brazil.
The heart of this 75% bar is the Parasinho variety of Forastero cocoa, carefully fermented for six to seven days in wooden boxes before undergoing a gentle sun-drying process. This meticulous post-harvest protocol preserves the bean's complex personality. On the palate, the experience is marked by a velvety texture and an adventurous flavor profile. Expect initial notes of smooth, grounding earth and rich wood, followed by evocative autumn scents, warm tobacco, and a surprising, bright finish of pitanga fruit.
Quality and transparency define the production of this 60-gram bar. The formulation is straightforward and clean, blending premium cocoa with cane sugar, pure cocoa butter, and a touch of GMO-free soya lecithin to ensure a perfect melt. As an organic-certified product, it reflects a commitment to responsible farming practices that respect the environment of the Bahia region. It is a refined expression of Brazilian cocoa, crafted for those who appreciate the intersection of raw origin character and expert processing.
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 75% |
| Origin | Bahia, Brazil |
| Bean Variety | Forastero |
| Weight | 60g |
| Process | Non-alkalized |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Åkesson's (United Kingdom) |
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Cocoa (min. 75%), cane sugar, pure cocoa butter, emulsifier GMO free soya lecithin
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Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa contains 75% cocoa (also written 75% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
The cocoa beans in Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa are sourced from Bahia, Brazil.
Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa is made with Forastero cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.
The ingredients listed for Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa are: Cocoa (min. 75%), cane sugar, pure cocoa butter, emulsifier GMO free soya lecithin.
A single Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa bar weighs 60 grams.
Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa lists flavour notes of Smooth, woody, earthy, autumn scents and tobacco.
Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
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Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.
Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa carries the following certification: Organic.
Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa has been recognised at: Academy of Chocolate Gold Winner 2011, Academy of Chocolate Gold Winner 2012 and Great Taste 2014 Gold 3 Stars, and 5 more.
Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa is made by Åkesson's. Åkesson's sells directly through their website at https://akessons-organic.com, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Fazenda Sempre Firme 75% Forastero Cocoa in the Chof app.
