What is the cocoa percentage of 72%?

72% contains 72% cocoa (also written 72% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.

Where do the cocoa beans in 72% come from?

The cocoa beans in 72% are sourced from Sambirano Valley, Madagascar.

What are the ingredients in 72%?

The ingredients listed for 72% are: cocoa beans, cane sugar, pure cocoa butter, sunflower lecithin.

How big is a single 72% bar?

A single 72% bar weighs 75 grams.

What does 72% taste like?

72% lists flavour notes of Deep cocoa, Red fruit and Tangy finish.

Is 72% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?

72% is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.

Does 72% contain alkalized cocoa?

72% is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.

Is 72% certified organic or fair trade?

72% carries the following certifications: Vegan, Gluten Free and Direct Trade.

72% is made by Menakao. Menakao sells directly through their website at https://menakao.com, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan 72% in the Chof app.

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72%

72% cocoa · dark chocolate · Madagascar

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A 72% dark chocolate bar from Madagascar, crafted by Menakao with beans from the Sambirano Valley, featuring notes of red fruit and a tangy finish.

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72%

Menakao operates as a bean-to-bar maker based in Madagascar. By processing their cocoa directly within the country of origin, they maintain control over the entire production cycle from harvest to the finished bar. This approach keeps the value of production local to the Sambirano Valley where the cacao beans are grown.

This 72% dark chocolate utilizes a roll method for refining, resulting in a specific texture and flavor delivery. The ingredient list is straightforward, consisting of cocoa beans, cane sugar, pure cocoa butter, and sunflower lecithin. On the palate, the chocolate presents a profile characterized by notes of deep cocoa, red fruit, and a distinct tangy finish.

The bar is certified Vegan, Gluten Free, and follows Direct Trade practices. While the recipe excludes animal products, it is produced in a facility that may handle other materials, meaning it may contain traces of nuts and milk proteins. Each bar contains 75 grams of chocolate.