What is the cocoa percentage of Costa Esmeraldas 88%?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% contains 88% cocoa (also written 88% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.

Where do the cocoa beans in Costa Esmeraldas 88% come from?

The cocoa beans in Costa Esmeraldas 88% are sourced from Costa Esmeraldas, Ecuador.

Which cocoa bean variety is used?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% is made with Nacional cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.

What are the ingredients in Costa Esmeraldas 88%?

The ingredients listed for Costa Esmeraldas 88% are: cacao beans, unrefined cane sugar, cacao butter.

How big is a single Costa Esmeraldas 88% bar?

A single Costa Esmeraldas 88% bar weighs 55 grams.

What does Costa Esmeraldas 88% taste like?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% lists flavour notes of Concord Grape, Rum and Roasted Almonds.

Is Costa Esmeraldas 88% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.

Does Costa Esmeraldas 88% contain alkalized cocoa?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.

Has Costa Esmeraldas 88% won any awards?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards Americas Bronze 2020-2021.

Where can I buy Costa Esmeraldas 88%?

Costa Esmeraldas 88% is made by Kasama Chocolate. Kasama Chocolate sells directly through their website at https://kasamachocolate.com, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Costa Esmeraldas 88% in the Chof app.

Costa Esmeraldas 88%, Kasama Chocolate

Costa Esmeraldas 88%

Kasama Chocolate is a dedicated bean to bar maker operating out of Vancouver, Canada. Nestled in the vibrant atmosphere of Granville Island, the team transforms raw cacao beans into finished bars with a focus on highlighting the natural character of their chosen origins. By managing the entire production process locally, they ensure that each bar reflects their specific approach to chocolate making.

The Costa Esmeraldas 88% is a bold experience for those who appreciate the intensity of pure cacao. With an 88% cacao content, this bar minimizes added sugar to let the deep, roasted notes of the Ecuadorian bean take center stage. The texture is firm and clean, offering a snap that leads into a long and resonant chocolate flavor. It is an ideal choice for enthusiasts who enjoy a robust, no-nonsense profile that emphasizes the raw power of the bean.

Quality and transparency are central to how Kasama Chocolate sources its ingredients. The maker practices direct trade, working closely with producers to secure high quality beans from regions like Costa Esmeraldas, Ecuador. By maintaining these direct relationships, they foster a transparent supply chain that honors the labor of the farmers behind every 55 gram bar.