75% Cacao Criollo Dark Chocolate Bar
Savor the unique and refined taste of our single-origin 75% Cacao Criollo dark chocolate bars. Boasting a smooth texture and natural creamy sweetness we refer to this bar as "nature's milk chocolate". Made with extremely rare Heirloom Criollo cacao beans from our sustainable farm in Tabasco, Mexico, this bar makes for a luxurious and unforgettable experience. Tastes like milk chocolate, but it's not!
Percentage of Cacao: 75%
The Origin Story of Cacao:
Our cacao farms lie within the archaeological zones of Maya territory, where cacao has been grown, cherished, and celebrated for centuries. By honoring the traditions of the Maya and the deep-rooted history of cacao, we maintain the purity and integrity of our chocolate's richness. From Soil-to-Bar, we ensure that our foods are in harmony with Mother Nature's intentions.
Ingredients
Organic cacao, Organic sugar, Organic Cacao butter
LITTLE-KNOWN CACAO FACTS:
- An ancient superfood packed with antioxidants, fiber, calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, and vitamins B1, B2, B5, B9, and E.
- High fat, high protein.
- Has less caffeine than decaf tea
- Contains Theobromine, a stimulant similar to caffeine that does not cause the crash associated with caffeine.
- A prebiotic rich in polyphenols.
- Helps boost collagen production.
Flavor Notes
Milk Stout, Caramel, Marshmallow
MINIMALLY FERMENTED >LOWER ACID >MORE ANTIOXIDANTS
Our beans are specially fermented for less than 3 days. This creates less acidity. Research has shown that less days of fermentation means more flavanols are maintained in the chocolate.
BENEFITS OF CACAO
Packed with fiber, flavanols, protein, calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, iron and vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B9 and E.
High in antioxidants – typical serving size of cacao has more antioxidants than blueberries, red wine, and green tea.
High levels of essential minerals like magnesium. Magnesium helps to promote brain chemistry, build strong bones, and help regulate heartbeat and blood pressure, sulfur, calcium.
Cacao inherently has no sugar inside.
ORGANICALLY GROWN USING SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
Our beans are organically grown and more than fair-trade. We are continually working with our grower to protect the region and educate people in the area.
LITTLE KNOWN CACAO FACTS
An ancient superfood packed with antioxidants, fiber, calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, and vitamins B1, B2, B5, B9 and E.
Contains zero sugar.
High fat, high protein.
Has zero caffeine. Contains its cousin called Theobromine.
A prebiotic that is rich in polyphenols.
Helps boost collagen production.
Cacao Beginner’s Guide