Peru - Ucayali River 76% Dark

Tasting Notes: Cherry, cedar wood, floral honey

Ucayali River Cacao Company works with cocoa farmers along the Ucayali River outside of the Peruvian city of Pucallpa. The region has historically been afflicted with unrest from narco-trafficking and the presence of the Shining Path militant group. Ucayali River Cacao in partnership with USAID and Alianza Peru, gave local farmers access to an alternative market besides cocaine.

Working with around 400 smallholder farmers who own one to three hectares of land each, Ucayali River Cacao buys wet cacao at a premium price, empowering farmers with higher income. With the help of Daniel O’Doherty of Cacao Services, they have developed sophisticated fermenting and drying processes, producing beautiful beans that have complex, nuanced flavour without the bitterness and astringency.

Our preparation highlights the fruity and floral honey notes of these Cocoa of Excellence award-winning beans.

Ingredients: Cacao beans (76%), cane sugar

Net Weight: 50g

✓ Dairy-free
✓ Soy-free
✓ Wheat-free
✓ Nut-free
✓ Gluten free
✓ Vegan

Note: All our products are made in a facility that also processes nuts and milk.