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Maqaw Pepper Dark Chocolate Bar - 70% Cacao
Discover the distinct and nuanced flavor of our Maqaw Pepper Dark Chocolate Bar, an exquisite blend of a rare Taiwanese spice and our organic dark chocolate.
Sourced from the lush evergreen foothills of Taiwan, Maqaw pepper is celebrated for its uniquely fruity yet peppery profile, a cornerstone of Taiwanese cuisine often featured in traditional dishes such as bamboo-wrapped catfish.
Blended with our 2024 harvest of single-origin dark chocolate, the Maqaw pepper’s bright lemongrass and citrus notes create a bold, multi-dimensional tasting experience. The result is a perfect balance of peppery, fruity, smoky, and sweet flavors that excite the palate.
Percentage of Cacao : 70%
An intense, peppery, and unique guilt-free snack, all of our chocolate is ethically sourced directly from our sustainable farm in Tabasco, Mexico. So the only thing on your mind is eating more chocolate.
The Origin Story of Cacao:
Our cacao farms lie within the archaeological zones of Maya territory, where cacao has been 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 rich flavor. From Soil-to-Bar, we ensure that our products are in harmony with Mother Nature's intentions.
1.8 oz (50g)
Ingredients
Organic Cacao, Sugar, Maqaw Pepper
Tasting Notes
Citrus, Pepper, and Sweet
Organic Cacao
- Low-Glycemic
- Caffeine-Free
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The Origin Story
One farm. One farmer. Every bar.
The cacao comes from Vicente Guiterrez at the Jesus Maria Plantation in Tabasco, Mexico — a 100-year-old farm in the original cacao-growing region of the ancient world.
“Cacao is a commodity product, but I don't believe in quantity. It's about quality. We grow with integrity.”
About The Cacao
Why this cacao is different
Minimally fermented → lower acid → more antioxidants
Our beans are fermented for fewer than three days. Less fermentation means lower acidity — and research shows it preserves far more of the flavanols (the antioxidants) in the finished chocolate.
Benefits of cacao
Our beans are fermented for fewer than three days. Less fermentation means lower acidity — and research shows it preserves far more of the flavanols (the antioxidants) in the finished chocolate.
Organically grown, using sustainable practices
Our beans are organically grown and more than fair-trade. We work continuously with our grower to protect the region and educate the community around the plantation.
Little-known cacao facts
- An ancient superfood with zero sugar of its own.
- High in healthy fat and protein.
- Naturally caffeine-free — its gentle lift comes from theobromine, cacao's cousin.
- A polyphenol-rich prebiotic that even helps support collagen production.
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"You can actually taste where it comes from. Nothing else comes close. I have two squares every single day."
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"You can actually taste where it comes from. Nothing else comes close. I have two squares every single day."
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"You can actually taste where it comes from. Nothing else comes close. I have two squares every single day."
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