Gola Rainforest 70%

Dandelion Chocolate is a bean-to-bar maker based in San Francisco that focuses on highlighting the character of specific cacao origins. This bar features beans harvested in 2017 from the Gola Rainforest in Sierra Leone, a region known for its ecological importance and unique tropical climate.

The processing of this chocolate emphasizes simplicity and care. The beans undergo a traditional fermentation process, handled by individual farmers who use banana leaf-lined baskets, followed by drying on raised bamboo beds. This attention to detail results in a profile characterized by notes of fudge brownie and marshmallow, achieved through a minimal ingredient list consisting only of cocoa beans and cane sugar.

Dandelion Chocolate operates as a craft producer, managing the roasting, grinding, and tempering processes in-house. This specific bar is produced in a 56-gram format and holds a Kosher certification, reflecting a commitment to standardized production practices while maintaining the transparency of single-origin sourcing.