Friis HolmBean-to-Bar
O'Payo Milk 50%
50% cocoa · milk chocolate · Nicaragua
Maker's notes: Honey, Cream
4.3(3 community ratings)
The O'Payo Milk 50% is an organic bean-to-bar chocolate from Nicaragua, crafted by Denmark's Friis Holm with notes of honey and cream.
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- Bean Bar YouOnline shop in Australia · ships to Australia and New ZealandFriis Holm at Bean Bar You Order on beanbaryou.com.au
- Bean to BiteOnline shop in Denmark · ships within the EUFriis Holm at Bean to Bite Order on beantobite.dk
- XOCOATLOnline shop in Germany · ships to 43 countries
- ChocoladeverkopersOnline shop in the Netherlands · ships to 30 countriesFriis Holm at Chocoladeverkopers Order on chocoladeverkopers.nl
- Craft Chocolate StoreOnline shop in the Netherlands · ships to the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany
Tasting Notes
HoneyCream
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About O'Payo Milk 50%
The O'Payo Milk 50% is produced by Friis Holm, a bean-to-bar maker based in Denmark. The bar highlights the specific output of the Waslala region in Nicaragua, showcasing a commitment to processing beans that reflect their distinct geographical origin.
At a 50% cacao concentration, this milk chocolate balances its cocoa solids with the addition of sugar, milk powder, and cocoa butter. The resulting flavor profile centers on smooth notes of honey and cream. The quality of this specific bar was recognized at the 2026 International Chocolate Awards European competition, where it earned multiple honors.
Friis Holm maintains an emphasis on organic agriculture, ensuring that the beans sourced from Nicaraguan farmers meet organic certification standards. By controlling the production process from bean to finished bar, the maker maintains oversight over the roasting and conching stages to preserve the intended sensory characteristics of the O'Payo harvest.
- Location: Denmark
- Certifications: Organic
- Bean Origin: Nicaragua
Quick Specs
| Type | Milk |
| Cocoa Content | 50% |
| Origin | Waslala, Nicaragua |
| Weight | 100g |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Friis Holm (Denmark) |
Certifications & Awards
Organic
Competition awards
International Chocolate Awards European Gold 2026International Chocolate Awards European Gold 2025International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2025International Chocolate Awards European Gold 2024International Chocolate Awards World Final Gold 2024International Chocolate Awards European Bronze 2023International Chocolate Awards European Bronze 2021International Chocolate Awards European Gold 2020International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2020International Chocolate Awards World Final Gold 2019International Chocolate Awards European Silver 2019International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2018International Chocolate Awards European Bronze 2018Academy of Chocolate Silver 2017
What’s inside
cocoa beans, sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter
Contains dairy
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Common questions about O'Payo Milk 50%
What is the cocoa percentage of O'Payo Milk 50%?
O'Payo Milk 50% contains 50% cocoa (also written 50% cacao), classified as milk chocolate.
Where do the cocoa beans in O'Payo Milk 50% come from?
The cocoa beans in O'Payo Milk 50% are sourced from Waslala, Nicaragua.
What are the ingredients in O'Payo Milk 50%?
The ingredients listed for O'Payo Milk 50% are: cocoa beans, sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter.
Is O'Payo Milk 50% vegan?
O'Payo Milk 50% contains dairy ingredients and is not suitable for a vegan diet.
How big is a single O'Payo Milk 50% bar?
A single O'Payo Milk 50% bar weighs 100 grams.
What does O'Payo Milk 50% taste like?
O'Payo Milk 50% lists flavour notes of Honey and Cream.
Is O'Payo Milk 50% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
O'Payo Milk 50% is classified on Chof as milk chocolate.
Is O'Payo Milk 50% certified organic or fair trade?
O'Payo Milk 50% carries the following certification: Organic.
Has O'Payo Milk 50% won any awards?
O'Payo Milk 50% has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards European Gold 2026, International Chocolate Awards European Gold 2025 and International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2025, and 11 more.
Where can I buy O'Payo Milk 50%?
O'Payo Milk 50% is made by Friis Holm. Friis Holm sells directly through their website at https://www.friisholmchokolade.dk. Chof lists 26 shops that carry Friis Holm bars, including Adagio Chocolates in Middlebury, Bar & Cocoa in the United States and Bean Bar You in Australia. Selection varies by shop. To track your tastings, scan O'Payo Milk 50% in the Chof app.
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