A sophisticated bean-to-bar dark chocolate from Karuna, featuring Trinitario beans from the Öko Caribe farm with notes of dried fruit and light acidity.
Karuna is an artisan bean-to-bar chocolate maker nestled in the breathtaking Dolomites of Italy. By controlling the transformation of the cacao from bean to finished bar in their own facility, they ensure every nuance of the raw material is preserved. This 80 percent dark chocolate represents a focused expression of their craft, showcasing the unique character of beans sourced from the renowned Öko Caribe farm lot in the Duarte region of the Dominican Republic.
The sensory experience is defined by the quality of the Trinitario beans, which benefit from a rigorous post-harvest process involving six days of centralized fermentation in wooden boxes and seven days of sun drying. Karuna processes these beans in a melanger to achieve a refined texture without the use of alkalization. The resulting flavor profile is remarkably balanced, layering notes of toasted nuts and deep dried fruits against a bright, elegant acidity that defines the high-cacao experience.
Committed to purity and integrity, Karuna keeps the ingredient list intentionally minimal, consisting only of cocoa mass, sugar, and cocoa butter. Their dedication to quality and sustainability is reflected in their Organic and Fair Trade certifications. This particular bar has been recognized on the international stage, earning both a Bronze Award from the Academy of Chocolate and a European Silver Award from the International Chocolate Awards in 2020.
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 80% |
| Origin | Duarte, Dominican Republic |
| Bean Variety | Trinitario |
| Weight | 60g |
| Process | Non-alkalized |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Karuna (Italy) |
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Dominican Republic 80% contains 80% cocoa, classified as dark chocolate.
The cocoa beans in Dominican Republic 80% are sourced from Duarte, Dominican Republic.
Dominican Republic 80% is made with Trinitario cocoa beans, a variety prized in single-origin chocolate for its distinctive aromatic profile.
A single Dominican Republic 80% bar weighs 60 grams.
Dominican Republic 80% carries the following certifications: Organic and Fair Trade.
Dominican Republic 80% has been recognised at: Academy of Chocolate Bronze Winner 2020 and International Chocolate Awards European Silver 2020.
Dominican Republic 80% is made by Karuna. Karuna sells directly through their website at https://www.karunachocolate.it, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Dominican Republic 80% in the Chof app.
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