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roasted cocoa beans

Cocoa Bean Roasting: The Flavor-Defining Step i...

Roasting is where science meets flavor—shaping every bar of artisan chocolate from bright and fruity to deep and bold.

Cocoa Bean Roasting: The Flavor-Defining Step i...

Roasting is where science meets flavor—shaping every bar of artisan chocolate from bright and fruity to deep and bold.

ceremonial cacao blocks

What Is Ceremonial Cacao

Curious about ceremonial cacao? Several people have asked if our 100% chocolate can be used for it—yes. Here's what makes cacao ceremonial, and how to prepare it with intention.

What Is Ceremonial Cacao

Curious about ceremonial cacao? Several people have asked if our 100% chocolate can be used for it—yes. Here's what makes cacao ceremonial, and how to prepare it with intention.

Fleur de Sel artisan dark chocolate bar

Salt Meets Craft: A Bold Take on Artisan Dark C...

Discover how a touch of sea salt and expertly blended roasts transform this organic, small batch dark chocolate into a bold, unforgettable experience.

Salt Meets Craft: A Bold Take on Artisan Dark C...

Discover how a touch of sea salt and expertly blended roasts transform this organic, small batch dark chocolate into a bold, unforgettable experience.

cocoa beans

Cocoa vs. Cacao: What's in a Name?

"Cacao" refers to the raw, unprocessed form of the bean, while "cocoa" describes its roasted and refined state, though terminology varies across industries and regions.

Cocoa vs. Cacao: What's in a Name?

"Cacao" refers to the raw, unprocessed form of the bean, while "cocoa" describes its roasted and refined state, though terminology varies across industries and regions.

Peruvian cacao farmer

Exploring Peruvian Cocoa: A small test batch of...

Discover the unique flavors of Tsiriari cacao in our latest test batch. Bright fruit, floral notes, and expert craftsmanship bring this Peruvian cocoa to life.

Exploring Peruvian Cocoa: A small test batch of...

Discover the unique flavors of Tsiriari cacao in our latest test batch. Bright fruit, floral notes, and expert craftsmanship bring this Peruvian cocoa to life.

Oko Caribe cocoa beans

Öko Caribe Cocoa Has Arrived

We’re excited to share that a new shipment of Öko Caribe cocoa beans from the Dominican Republic arrived today! These beans are known for their complex flavor including subtle red...

Öko Caribe Cocoa Has Arrived

We’re excited to share that a new shipment of Öko Caribe cocoa beans from the Dominican Republic arrived today! These beans are known for their complex flavor including subtle red...