Oscuro Suave 63%

Oscuro Suave 63% is produced by Cacaoteca, a bean-to-bar maker located in the Dominican Republic that makes its chocolate from cacao bought from local farmers.

The 63% cacao content positions this bar as an approachable dark chocolate. The flavor profile highlights a distinct combination of citrus brightness and nutty notes reminiscent of almonds. These characteristics are achieved through a carefully managed fermentation and drying protocol, followed by a precise tempering process that provides the chocolate with its snap and smooth finish.

The composition remains straightforward, relying on a short ingredient list of cocoa mass, cane sugar, and added cocoa butter. This minimalist approach focuses on the raw quality of the cacao beans grown in the Dominican Republic, resulting in a 50-gram bar that emphasizes the foundational components of the fruit.