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Experience the vibrant, stone-ground expression of Nicaragua in this 70% dark bar, celebrated for its nuanced citrus and floral profile.
The Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure is a standout creation by the Dutch bean-to-bar maker, The Heart of Cacao. Based in the Netherlands, this artisan producer focuses on preserving the integrity of the cacao bean through careful, small-batch processing. Their dedication to the craft has earned them notable recognition, including a Silver award at the 2020 International Chocolate Awards.
At the heart of this bar lies a commitment to traditional manufacturing methods. The beans are stone ground, a technique that maintains a rustic, authentic texture and allows the complex inherent flavors of the cacao to shine. The sensory profile is bright and layered, featuring distinct notes of citrus and floral aromatics balanced by a subtle, warming touch of spice. With a 70% cacao content, the bar offers a refined intensity that showcases the unique characteristics of the Waslala region.
The Heart of Cacao emphasizes simplicity and purity in their ingredient list, utilizing only organic cacao beans and organic cane sugar. This focus on high-quality, organic raw materials reflects their broader commitment to mindful production. By keeping the ingredients minimal, they ensure that the specific terroir of the Waslala cacao is the primary focus of every bite.
| Type | Raw |
| Cocoa Content | 70% |
| Origin | Waslala, Nicaragua |
| Weight | 30g |
| Process | Non-alkalized |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | The Heart of Cacao (Netherlands) |
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Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure contains 70% cocoa (also written 70% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
The cocoa beans in Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure are sourced from Waslala, Nicaragua.
The ingredients listed for Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure are: organic cacao beans, organic cane sugar.
A single Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure bar weighs 30 grams.
Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure lists flavour notes of Citrus, Floral and Spice.
Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.
Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure carries the following certification: Organic.
Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards Silver 2020.
Nicaragua O'Payo 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 Nicaragua O'Payo 70% Pure in the Chof app.
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