Fresco Update

First Roasts from Bisiesto: A New Cocoa Origin with Exciting Potential

First Roasts from Bisiesto: A New Cocoa Origin ...

We just received a sample of cocoa from Bisiesto, Nicaragua—an origin full of promise. Here's how we evaluate new beans to create exceptional artisan chocolate.

First Roasts from Bisiesto: A New Cocoa Origin ...

We just received a sample of cocoa from Bisiesto, Nicaragua—an origin full of promise. Here's how we evaluate new beans to create exceptional artisan chocolate.

cocoa plantation worker hut in PNG

Papua New Guinea 2014 Reserve—The Final Chapter

A decade-aged chocolate from a lost Papua New Guinea plantation—fewer than 50 bars remain of this rare, single origin treasure.

Papua New Guinea 2014 Reserve—The Final Chapter

A decade-aged chocolate from a lost Papua New Guinea plantation—fewer than 50 bars remain of this rare, single origin treasure.

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.