Perla 100%

Perla 100% is produced by Essenzo Cacao, a bean-to-bar maker based in Galicia, Spain. By managing the full production process in house, the maker focuses on transforming raw cacao into a finished bar without the use of additives. This approach emphasizes the natural characteristics of the selected beans, relying on technical precision to manage the intensity inherent in a bar containing no additional ingredients.

The bar is crafted exclusively from Ecuadorian cacao, utilizing a blend of Criollo and Trinitario varieties. To ensure a clean flavor profile, the process begins with a rigorous selection of beans that have been fermented without imperfections. This dedication to raw material quality translates into a tasting experience characterized by notes of brownie, cookie, cocoa, and nut, proving that a bar without sugar can still display a wide range of familiar, comforting flavors.

Essenzo Cacao maintains a focus on the provenance of its raw materials, claiming to follow direct trade sourcing practices to acquire their Ecuadorian harvest. The composition of the bar is strictly limited to cacao, excluding lecithin, vanillin, and vegetable fats, which allows the specific profile of the selected Ecuadorian genetics to remain the primary focus for the consumer.