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Experience the delicate nuance of Los Rios, Ecuador. This bean-to-bar 70% dark chocolate offers a refined, light roast profile from The Heart of Cacao.
Ecuador 70% Pure is a standout creation from The Heart of Cacao, a dedicated bean-to-bar maker based in the Netherlands. By controlling every stage of the process from the initial roast to the final tempering, this producer highlights the raw potential of their ethically sourced ingredients. Their commitment to the craft has earned international recognition, including a Bronze award at the 2023 Academy of Chocolate.
The soul of this bar lies in its specific origin: the Los Rios region of Ecuador. The makers utilize the prestigious Arriba Nacional bean variety, known for its complex floral and fruity notes. To preserve these delicate characteristics, the beans are sun-dried and undergo a light roast before being stone-ground. This artisanal method creates a texture that feels authentic and rustic, allowing the natural depth of the cacao to shine through without being overpowered by excessive processing.
Simplicity is the guiding philosophy here. The formulation is intentionally minimal, containing only cacao beans and organic cane sugar. By limiting the ingredient list, the maker ensures that the character of the Ecuadorian soil remains the focus of the tasting experience. It is a clean, honest representation of a single origin, crafted for those who appreciate the subtle interplay between high-quality fermentation and careful, small-batch refinement.
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 70% |
| Origin | Los Rios, Ecuador |
| Bean Variety | Arriba Nacional |
| Weight | 30g |
| Process | Non-alkalized |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | The Heart of Cacao (Netherlands) |
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Ecuador 70% Pure contains 70% cocoa (also written 70% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
The cocoa beans in Ecuador 70% Pure are sourced from Los Rios, Ecuador.
Ecuador 70% Pure is made with Arriba Nacional cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.
The ingredients listed for Ecuador 70% Pure are: cacao beans, organic cane sugar.
A single Ecuador 70% Pure bar weighs 30 grams.
Ecuador 70% Pure lists flavour notes of Honey and Nutty.
Ecuador 70% Pure is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Ecuador 70% Pure is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.
Ecuador 70% Pure has been recognised at: Academy of Chocolate Bronze 2023.
Ecuador 70% Pure is made by The Heart of Cacao. The Heart of Cacao sells directly through their website at https://theheartofcacao.nl, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Ecuador 70% Pure in the Chof app.
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