Kona 70%

Produced by Mānoa Chocolate in Kailua, Hawaii, this bar represents the intersection of local agriculture and artisan manufacturing. As a bean-to-bar maker, the producer oversees the entire process from the raw bean to the finished 60-gram bar. The cacao for this specific release is harvested from Likaʻo Kula Farm, located on the island of Hawaiʻi in the Kona region.

The flavor profile emerges from a carefully managed post-harvest process involving box fermentation and traditional sun drying. This methodology highlights distinct notes of caramel, hibiscus, and hazelnut. The final composition is kept minimalist, containing only cacao, organic cane sugar, and cocoa butter, allowing the natural character of the Kona-grown beans to remain the focus of the experience.

The bar is produced via direct trade, ensuring a transparent relationship with the source. It meets criteria for those with specific dietary preferences, being certified vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Its quality has been recognized by industry bodies, including a silver award for Single Origin at the 2018 International Chocolate Awards and the 2018 Academy for Chocolate.