Chuncho

The Chuncho bar is a signature creation from Qantu, a celebrated bean-to-bar maker based in Canada. Qantu is renowned for their deep connection to Peruvian cocoa, focusing on preserving the integrity of rare genetic varieties. This particular bar showcases the unique potential of the Chuncho bean, a variety prized for its remarkably small size and exceptional aromatic complexity.

As a 100% cacao unsweetened dark chocolate, this bar offers an unfiltered look at the raw beauty of the bean. Because it contains only organic cocoa beans and cocoa butter, the experience is entirely dependent on the quality of the harvest and the precision of the maker. On the palate, it reveals a sophisticated landscape of warm spices, specifically cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg, finished with the delicate, lingering grace of lily.

The meticulous post-harvest process is vital here, as these specific beans require a shorter fermentation cycle of three days in wooden boxes to maintain their nuanced character. It is an honest expression of origin that highlights the intersection of ancient heirloom cacao and modern craft technique.