90% Dark

Theo & Philo is a bean-to-bar chocolate maker based in the Philippines. As a producer operating at the source of the cacao, the company focuses on highlighting the character of local harvests. The 90% Dark bar represents their commitment to minimal processing, featuring a straightforward ingredient list of only cacao beans and sugar.

The production process prioritizes control over the raw material. Each batch undergoes a documented fermentation and drying protocol to ensure consistency before the beans reach the factory. The refining stage utilizes a melanger, a process that grinds the beans and sugar into a smooth consistency, preserving the inherent intensity of the high-cacao content.

By manufacturing within the Philippines, the maker maintains a close connection to the local agricultural supply chain. This approach allows for direct oversight of the post-harvest protocols, ensuring that the beans are handled according to specific requirements before they are transformed into the final 45-gram bars.