Extra Dark Chocolate Drops 80% Mexico - Almendra Blanca de Tabasco
Cacao Criollo de Tabasco is one of the most sought-after varieties in Mexico, not only because of its exceptional quality but also because of its deep connection to the history and culture of the region, one of the pulsating centres of cacao cultivation.
Tabasco, with its tropical climate and fertile soil imparts a unique flavour to the beans and consequently to the chocolate, offering an unparalleled sensory experience, combining exceptional aromatic quality with a strong cultural identity.
Typical for its floral aromas and dried fruit notes, it has a sweet and delicate aftertaste, with a slight but pleasant acidity and a delicate blond tobacco finish. The indigenous communities of the region have kept alive the traditional practices of cacao cultivation and processing, contributing to the preservation of the criollo variety, where the cacao beans are harvested by hand when fully ripe. Subsequent fermentation in small wooden vats allows the development of the unique flavour profile of Tabasco's criollo cacao, which is then dried in the sun on bamboo frames, allowing the beans to acquire a more intense and complex flavour with delicate and unique aromas.
