Marou ChocolateBean-to-Bar
Ben Tre 78%
78% cocoa · dark chocolate · Vietnam
Maker's notes: coconut, spicy, green banana, fruity acidity
4.3(3 community ratings)
A 78% dark chocolate bar from Vietnam, crafted by Marou using Trinitario cacao beans sourced from the Ben Tre region.
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Tasting Notes
intensebalancedcoconutspicygreen bananafruity acidity
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About Ben Tre 78%
Marou Chocolate is an artisan maker based in Vietnam. This specific bar, the Ben Tre 78%, highlights the distinctive characteristics of Trinitario cacao grown in the lush Ben Tre region of the Mekong Delta. The maker operates as a bean-to-bar producer, managing the entire production cycle within the country of origin.
Marou describes one process for its range: the beans ferment in wooden boxes lined with banana leaves, then dry in the sun. The formulation is straightforward, containing 72% cacao nibs, 22% cane sugar, and 6% added cacao butter to achieve its final 78% cacao content. This attention to process earned the bar a Bronze award from the Academy of Chocolate in 2013.
The production standards at Marou are recognized through their B Corp certification. By maintaining their operations in Vietnam, the producer sustains a direct link to the farmers and the agricultural output of the Ben Tre province, focusing on the quality of the regional Trinitario harvests.
- Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Certifications: B Corp
- Bean Origin: Vietnam
Quick Specs
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 78% |
| Origin | Ben Tre, Vietnam |
| Bean Variety | Trinitario |
| Weight | 80g |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Marou Chocolate (Vietnam) |
Certifications & Awards
B Corp
Competition awards
What’s inside
Cacao nibs (72%), cane sugar (22%), cacao butter (6%)
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Common questions about Ben Tre 78%
What is the cocoa percentage of Ben Tre 78%?
Ben Tre 78% contains 78% cocoa (also written 78% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
Where do the cocoa beans in Ben Tre 78% come from?
The cocoa beans in Ben Tre 78% are sourced from Ben Tre, Vietnam.
Which cocoa bean variety is used?
Ben Tre 78% is made with Trinitario cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.
What are the ingredients in Ben Tre 78%?
The ingredients listed for Ben Tre 78% are: Cacao nibs (72%), cane sugar (22%), cacao butter (6%).
How big is a single Ben Tre 78% bar?
A single Ben Tre 78% bar weighs 80 grams.
What does Ben Tre 78% taste like?
Ben Tre 78% lists flavour notes of intense, balanced, coconut, spicy and green banana.
Is Ben Tre 78% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
Ben Tre 78% is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Is Ben Tre 78% certified organic or fair trade?
Ben Tre 78% carries the following certification: B Corp.
Has Ben Tre 78% won any awards?
Ben Tre 78% has been recognised at: Academy of Chocolate Bronze 2013.
Where can I buy Ben Tre 78%?
Ben Tre 78% is made by Marou Chocolate. Marou Chocolate sells directly through their website at https://marouchocolate.com. Chof lists 43 shops that carry Marou Chocolate bars, including Adagio Chocolates in Middlebury, Adam & Oden Frukt och Konfektyr in Stockholm and Alexis Templeton Studio in St. John's. Selection varies by shop. To track your tastings, scan Ben Tre 78% in the Chof app.
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