Chuao 70%

The Chuao 70% bar is produced by Domori, an Italian bean-to-bar maker based in the Piedmont region. Domori is recognized for its focus on preserving rare fine cacao varieties, specifically prioritizing the delicate Criollo and Trinitario types. This bar highlights the specific output of the Chuao region of Venezuela, which is widely recognized for its long history of cacao production.

The sensory profile of this bar reflects the nature of the Criollo bean, known for its low acidity and smooth texture. The flavor notes include distinct hints of hazelnut and dulce de leche, rounded out by subtle tropical fruit tones reminiscent of lucuma and mamey. The composition is kept minimal, containing only cocoa paste and cane sugar to allow the inherent characteristics of the Venezuelan cacao to remain the primary focus.

As a dedicated producer of fine cacao, Domori manages the production process to ensure the integrity of the raw materials. While the recipe is simple, the packaging notes that the product may contain traces of milk, nuts, and soy due to the manufacturing environment.