Brazil Dark Sea Salt

Chocolate Makers, an Amsterdam based artisan producer, focuses on the integrity of the bean to bar process. Their commitment to transparency is evident in their direct partnerships with farmers. This 80 gram bar features cacao from the Bahia region of Brazil, specifically from the esteemed Fazenda João Tavares. By overseeing every step from the raw bean to the finished bar in the Netherlands, the maker ensures the unique characteristics of the Brazilian terroir are preserved.

This 70 percent dark chocolate utilizes the Scavina bean variety, known for its complex and powerful profile. The tasting experience is defined by a vibrant fruitiness that balances the natural intensity of the cacao. To enhance these deep notes, a delicate 0.3 percent addition of sea salt is included, creating a sophisticated contrast. The texture is pure and unadulterated: the maker avoids common additives like lecithin or vanillin, relying instead on high quality cocoa butter and a simple blend of cocoa mass and cane sugar.

The craftsmanship extends to the traditional post harvest techniques used at the farm in Bahia. Cacao beans undergo fermentation in wooden boxes before being sun dried on barcaças, which are iconic sliding roof platforms. This meticulous approach is backed by rigorous standards, as the bar carries Organic, Demeter, and Biodynamic certifications. It represents a harmony between traditional Brazilian agriculture and precise European chocolate making.