85% Extra Dark Chocolate Buttons Single Origin Tumaco

Chocolate with a bitter, nutty, and bold flavour.

This 85% extra dark chocolate couverture is made with single-origin cocoa beans from Tumaco, Colombia. It has an incredible bitter flavour and a subtle sweetness combined with floral and fruity notes. Ideal for enrobing, moulding, and making decorative figures.

• Ingredients: Cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, emulsifier (soy lecithin) and vanilla extract.
• Fluidity: 
• Chocolate types: Dark
• Claims: Single Region Origin, Non-Gmo, OU-DE Kosher, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based
• Cocoa content: 85%
• Milk content: 0%
• Sweetener: Regular Sugar

Coastal Soils, Rich Cocoa Flavours

Tumaco’s coastal soils are enriched by the region’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the tropical forests that surround it. These fertile, alluvial soils provide the perfect conditions for growing cocoa, imparting unique mineral qualities that result in bold, well-rounded flavours. The cocoa beans from Tumaco develop a distinct bittersweet taste with deep cocoa notes, influenced by the rich, nutrient-filled soils that define the region.

Tropical Climate’s Influence on Tumaco Chocolate

Tumaco’s tropical climate, characterized by high humidity and steady rainfall, is essential to the flavour profile of its cocoa. The consistent warmth and moisture create ideal growing conditions, allowing for smooth fermentation and complex flavour development. This humid climate helps preserve the natural bitterness of the cocoa, while also enhancing its earthy and nutty undertones, giving Tumaco’s chocolate its distinctively rich and robust character.

Tradition and Resilience in Tumaco

The culture of Tumaco is deeply tied to its Afro-Colombian roots and its long history of cocoa farming. The region’s cocoa producers, many of whom have passed down their knowledge through generations, practice sustainable farming that respects both the land and their cultural heritage. Music, particularly marimbas and traditional rhythms, plays a vibrant role in the community, reflecting the resilience and joy of its people. This deep cultural connection to cocoa farming gives Tumaco’s chocolate a richness that goes beyond taste—it embodies the spirit and traditions of the region.