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The 56% Baru Crocante is a bean to bar creation from Brazil, featuring locally sourced cocoa from Linhares and the distinct crunch of baru nuts.
C'alma is a Brazilian producer operating with a bean to bar philosophy in the heart of the country. By managing the process from the raw ingredient to the finished bar, the maker maintains a close connection to the regional identity of its ingredients. The brand has gained international recognition, earning bronze medals at the International Chocolate Awards Americas and the World Final for the 2021-2022 period.
The Baru Crocante 56% utilizes cacao sourced specifically from the Linhares region in Espírito Santo. This bar presents a 56% cacao content, balanced with organic cane sugar and additional cocoa butter to achieve a smooth texture. The inclusion of baru nuts provides a distinct textural contrast, creating a profile that moves beyond standard dark chocolate by incorporating native Brazilian elements into the composition.
Beyond the use of regionally sourced cocoa and baru nuts, the production process focuses on plant based ingredients. This 60 gram bar is certified vegan, ensuring that no animal products are involved in its formulation. By highlighting the qualities of the baru nut alongside high quality cocoa, C'alma emphasizes the potential of local agricultural products within the craft chocolate sector.
| Type | Inclusions |
| Cocoa Content | 56% |
| Origin | Linhares, Espírito Santo, Brazil |
| Weight | 60g |
| Process | Non-alkalized |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | C'alma (Brazil) |
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Cocoa nibs, organic cane sugar, baru nuts, cocoa butter
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Baru Crocante 56% contains 56% cocoa (also written 56% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
The cocoa beans in Baru Crocante 56% are sourced from Linhares, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
The ingredients listed for Baru Crocante 56% are: Cocoa nibs, organic cane sugar, baru nuts, cocoa butter.
A single Baru Crocante 56% bar weighs 60 grams.
Baru Crocante 56% lists flavour notes of Peanut and Cashew.
Baru Crocante 56% is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Baru Crocante 56% is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.
Baru Crocante 56% carries the following certification: Vegan.
Baru Crocante 56% has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards Americas Bronze 2021-22 and International Chocolate Awards World Final Bronze 2021-22.
Baru Crocante 56% is made by C'alma. C'alma sells directly through their website at https://www.calmachocolate.com.br, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Baru Crocante 56% in the Chof app.
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