What is the cocoa percentage of Andean Mint?

Andean Mint contains 60% cocoa (also written 60% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.

Where do the cocoa beans in Andean Mint come from?

The cocoa beans in Andean Mint are sourced from Ecuador.

Which cocoa bean variety is used?

Andean Mint is made with Arriba Nacional cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.

What are the ingredients in Andean Mint?

The ingredients listed for Andean Mint are: cocoa mass, cane sugar, cocoa butter, sunflower lecithin, mint essence.

How big is a single Andean Mint bar?

A single Andean Mint bar weighs 50 grams.

What does Andean Mint taste like?

Andean Mint lists flavour notes of Mint, Refreshing and Herbal.

Is Andean Mint dark chocolate or milk chocolate?

Andean Mint is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.

Does Andean Mint contain alkalized cocoa?

Andean Mint is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.

Is Andean Mint certified organic or fair trade?

Andean Mint carries the following certifications: Organic, Fair Trade, Certified B Corporation, Kosher, Vegan, Biodynamic and Demeter.

Has Andean Mint won any awards?

Andean Mint has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards 2016 World Gold and International Chocolate Awards 2017 World Bronze.

Where can I buy Andean Mint?

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

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Andean Mint is produced by Paccari, an Ecuadorian company that operates under a tree-to-bar model. This approach keeps the processing close to the source, ensuring that the cocoa is handled entirely within its country of origin. The bar showcases the company's focus on maintaining control from the harvest of the fruit to the final moulded product.

The foundation of this bar is the Arriba Nacional cocoa bean, a variety prized for its floral and fruity characteristics. With a 60% cacao content, the chocolate serves as a platform for the aromatic mint essence. The recipe keeps the ingredient list straightforward, relying on cocoa mass, cane sugar, cocoa butter, and sunflower lecithin to achieve its texture. Its reputation is supported by international recognition, including a World Gold award at the 2016 International Chocolate Awards.

Sourcing and production ethics are core components of the Paccari identity. The company maintains several certifications, including Organic and Fair Trade, to underscore its commitment to social and environmental standards. The bar is also produced as a vegan product, reflecting a focus on ingredient transparency and sustainable agricultural practices.

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