Lewis Pogue Artisan ChocolateBean-to-Bar
The Dark Side Colombia 85%
85% cocoa · dark chocolate · Colombia
Maker's notes: bitter almond, cacao, anise
The Dark Side Colombia 85% is a dark chocolate bar from Tumaco, featuring notes of bitter almond, cacao, and anise.
Tasting Notes
bitter almondcacaoanise
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About The Dark Side Colombia 85%
The Dark Side Colombia 85% is produced by Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate, a bean-to-bar maker based in the United States. This bar utilizes cacao sourced from the Tumaco region of Colombia.
This dark chocolate consists of 85% cacao, formulated with cacao, cane sugar, and added cocoa butter. The sensory profile presents specific flavour notes of bitter almond, cacao, and anise. The bar weighs 57 g and earned an Academy of Chocolate Bronze 2025 award.
The recipe contains no lecithin, vanilla, vanillin, PGPR, or vegetable fats. The packaging includes an allergen statement noting that the bar may contain traces of nuts and milk.
- Location: United States
- Bean Origin: Colombia
Quick Specs
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 85% |
| Origin | Tumaco, Colombia |
| Weight | 57g |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate (United States) |
Awards
Competition awards
What’s inside
Cacao*, Cane Sugar*, Cocoa Butter*
No dairy ingredients listed
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Common questions about The Dark Side Colombia 85%
What is the cocoa percentage of The Dark Side Colombia 85%?
The Dark Side Colombia 85% contains 85% cocoa (also written 85% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
Where do the cocoa beans in The Dark Side Colombia 85% come from?
The cocoa beans in The Dark Side Colombia 85% are sourced from Tumaco, Colombia.
What are the ingredients in The Dark Side Colombia 85%?
The ingredients listed for The Dark Side Colombia 85% are: Cacao*, Cane Sugar*, Cocoa Butter*.
Is The Dark Side Colombia 85% vegan?
The Dark Side Colombia 85% contains no dairy ingredients and may be suitable for a vegan diet. Always check the ingredients list for allergens such as soya, hazelnut and traces of milk.
How big is a single The Dark Side Colombia 85% bar?
A single The Dark Side Colombia 85% bar weighs 57 grams.
What does The Dark Side Colombia 85% taste like?
The Dark Side Colombia 85% lists flavour notes of bitter almond, cacao and anise.
Is The Dark Side Colombia 85% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
The Dark Side Colombia 85% is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Has The Dark Side Colombia 85% won any awards?
The Dark Side Colombia 85% has been recognised at: Academy of Chocolate Bronze 2025.
Where can I buy The Dark Side Colombia 85%?
The Dark Side Colombia 85% is made by Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate. Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate sells directly through their website at https://www.lewispogue.com. To track your tastings, scan The Dark Side Colombia 85% in the Chof app.
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