What is the cocoa percentage of Piura Select?

Piura Select contains 70% cocoa (also written 70% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.

Where do the cocoa beans in Piura Select come from?

The cocoa beans in Piura Select are sourced from Piura, Peru.

Which cocoa bean variety is used?

Piura Select is made with Piura Blanco cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.

What are the ingredients in Piura Select?

The ingredients listed for Piura Select are: Organic cacao mass, organic sugar.

How big is a single Piura Select bar?

A single Piura Select bar weighs 70 grams.

What does Piura Select taste like?

Piura Select lists flavour notes of citrus, walnut, honey, malt and fruit.

Is Piura Select dark chocolate or milk chocolate?

Piura Select is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.

Is Piura Select certified organic or fair trade?

Piura Select carries the following certification: Organic.

Has Piura Select won any awards?

Piura Select has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards Silver 2026, International Chocolate Awards Gold 2025 and International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2025, and 13 more.

Where can I buy Piura Select?

Piura Select is made by Cacaosuyo. Cacaosuyo sells directly through their website at https://cacaosuyo.pe, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Piura Select in the Chof app.

Piura Select 70%, Cacaosuyo

Name: Piura Select
Brand: Cacaosuyo
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

Produced by Cacaosuyo in the heart of Peru, the Piura Select bar is a masterclass in regional expression. Cacaosuyo operates under the guiding philosophy of being the best kept secret of the Incas, focusing on the preservation and elevation of native Peruvian cacao. Their work is deeply rooted in the local terroir, ensuring that the essence of the Peruvian landscape is captured in every batch.

At 70% cacao content, this bar highlights the distinct character of the Piura White variety, a bean celebrated for its creamy texture and rarity. The processing is intentionally minimal, utilizing only organic cacao mass and organic sugar. By omitting additives like lecithin, vanillin, and vegetable fats, Cacaosuyo allows the bean to express its full range of flavors. On the palate, one discovers a sophisticated harmony of citrus and fruit notes balanced by the depth of walnut, honey, malt, and the gentle sweetness of panela.

This consistent recognition is a testament to the meticulous attention paid to post-harvest techniques, which ensures the beans retain their delicate nuances from the farm to the final bar.