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A 50% milk chocolate bar from Peruvian maker Maraná, crafted from rare Chuncho cacao with distinct notes of roasted coffee, walnut, and almond.
Where to buy
Buy at MaranáThe maker's own online shop.
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- Chocolats du Monde · Genève, Switzerlandcarries Maranáselection varies
- Yahara Chocolate & Tea · Stoughton, United Statescarries Maranáselection varies
- The Chocolate Project · Victoria, Canadacarries Maranáselection varies
About Cusco Milk 50%
The Cusco Milk 50% is a signature bar produced by Maraná, a bean-to-bar manufacturer based in Peru. This bar highlights the specific characteristics of the region, utilizing the Chuncho cacao variety. By managing the production process directly within Peru, the maker maintains a close connection to the source of their raw materials.
The sensory profile of this 50% cacao bar leans into savory and toasted descriptors. During production, the ingredients are processed using a melanger to achieve a specific texture. Tasters often identify notes of roasted coffee, walnuts, almonds, and peanuts, a reflection of the inherent qualities found in the Chuncho beans.
Maraná operates with a focus on regional sourcing, ensuring all ingredients used in their 70-gram bars meet organic standards. This approach emphasizes the traceability of the cacao from harvest to the finished product, grounding the bar in its Peruvian identity.
- Location: Lima, Peru
- Certifications: Organic
- Bean Origin: Peru (Cusco)
Quick Specs
| Type | Milk |
| Cocoa Content | 50% |
| Origin | Cusco, Peru |
| Bean Variety | Chuncho |
| Weight | 70g |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Maraná (Peru) |
Certifications & Awards
Organic
Tasting Notes
roasted coffeewalnutsalmondspeanuts
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What’s inside
Pasta de Cacao, Azúcar de Caña, leche descremada y Manteca de Cacao
Contains dairy
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Common questions about Cusco Milk 50%
What is the cocoa percentage of Cusco Milk 50%?
Cusco Milk 50% contains 50% cocoa (also written 50% cacao), classified as milk chocolate.
Where do the cocoa beans in Cusco Milk 50% come from?
The cocoa beans in Cusco Milk 50% are sourced from Cusco, Peru.
Which cocoa bean variety is used?
Cusco Milk 50% is made with Chuncho cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.
What are the ingredients in Cusco Milk 50%?
The ingredients listed for Cusco Milk 50% are: Pasta de Cacao, Azúcar de Caña, leche descremada y Manteca de Cacao.
Is Cusco Milk 50% vegan?
Cusco Milk 50% contains dairy ingredients and is not suitable for a vegan diet.
How big is a single Cusco Milk 50% bar?
A single Cusco Milk 50% bar weighs 70 grams.
What does Cusco Milk 50% taste like?
Cusco Milk 50% lists flavour notes of roasted coffee, walnuts, almonds and peanuts.
Is Cusco Milk 50% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
Cusco Milk 50% is classified on Chof as milk chocolate.
Is Cusco Milk 50% certified organic or fair trade?
Cusco Milk 50% carries the following certification: Organic.
Has Cusco Milk 50% won any awards?
Cusco Milk 50% has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards Silver 2026, International Chocolate Awards Americas Silver 2020 and International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2020, and 2 more.
Where can I buy Cusco Milk 50%?
Cusco Milk 50% is made by Maraná. Maraná sells directly through their website at https://www.marana.com.pe, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Cusco Milk 50% in the Chof app.
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