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Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

ECUADOR

ARRIBA DARK CHOCOLATE

Notes of roasted hazelnuts and woody undertones. Cocoa 66% | 100% Arriba

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The countries of the Ecuadorian produce large quantities of cocoa and in the area known as the ‘golden triangle’ nestle some very old plantations, where the traditional local variety called ‘Nacional’ is grown. This variety’s beans also go by the name ‘Arriba’. It is thought that the first cocoa trees grew in the upper Amazon valley. Over time, cocoa pods dispersed by nature reached the coastal plains. Protected by the Andes mountains from the arrival of other varieties, ‘Nacional’ gradually developed its own distinct characteristics and the mild, humid climate and rich soil made the region an obvious choice for cocoa growing as early as the 17th century. Shortfermentation processing preserves Nacional’s delicate floral aroma whilst rounding out the chocolate flavour. This combination of natural environment and local expertise is what makes this unique terroir the source of Alpaco’s subtlety. Sensory Profile A light, floral hit prolonged by the sweet, warm notes of roasted hazelnuts. the finish contrasts with a bitterness marked by greener, woody notes.
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

MADAGASCAR

CREAMY MILK CHOCOLATE

Indulgently creamy with a hint of soft caramel. Cocoa 33% | Trinitario

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Madagascan chocolate popularity made Struben decide to launch a creamy milk chocolate couverture, which thus became Struben's first milk couverture origin chocolate . Whilst retaining its origin in top quality cocoa, this couverture has increased the demand for the very finest cocoa, which has further strengthened our historic partnership and promoted local production of top quality cocoa. Sensory Profile Creamy milk Madagascar chocolate offers an indulgently milky, creamy flavour complemented by a sweet hint of caramel.
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

AFRICA

PURE DARK CHOCOLATE

Powerful tannins with a strong, lingering, intensity. Cocoa 85% | Shadow Planting
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

GHANA

PREMIUM DARK CHOCOLATE

Warm spices with the aroma of coffee and roasted cocoa. Cocoa 68% | Premium Quality

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Cocoa-growing has been going on for over a hundred years in southern Ghana, where the hot, sunny, yet rich and damp, soil provides farmers with one of the best cocoas in Africa. It all started with Tetteh Quarshie, who, having travelled to Fernando Po to work as a blacksmith, brought some cocoa pods back with him when he returned in 1879. He planted them in his garden, where they grew rather well. Gradually, other farmers began to buy beans from him and the cocoa- growing tradition began, owing to the extreme suitability of both soil and climate. Ghana began to export cocoa in 1891, and between 1910 and 1980 was the world’s leading exporter. In 1947, the government set up a national agency to oversee the development of the cocoa-growing industry, the Ghana Cocoa Board). Quality and consistency soon became major issues in Ghana and since then Ghanaian cocoa has been renowned for its excellent quality. Sensory Profile A rounded, sweet hit which explodes with great chocolate power. the intensity is sustained in the finish by warm spices like vanilla, cinnamon and demerera sugar, and the aroma of coffee and roasted cocoa.
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

VENEZUELA

PREMIUM DARK CHOCOLATE

Soft bittersweet tones with hints of green banana, hazelnut and floral notes. Cocoa 69% | Criollo & Trinitario
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

BRAZIL

STRONG DARK CHOCOLATE

A strong cocoa taste with hints of apricot and black tea. Cocoa 62% | Shadow Planting

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In one of the richest ecosystems in the world, the Mata Atlantica, or Atlantic Rainforest, stretches out to the east of Bahia province. This tropical rainforest, badly depleted by intensive deforestation, has been designated a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. To protect their crops from the weather whilst at the same time preserving biodiversity, the cocoa farmers use a system called ‘Cabruca’, whereby the cocoa trees are planted in the shade of banana trees and palm trees, or, higher up the mountain, other native species. For more than 20 years, Struben's partners commitment to biodiversity and sustainable development has resulted in increased investments in this field, with the aim of providing producers with economic and social support. Brazil has a long history of growing cocoa and is currently the sixth largest cocoa producing country in the world. The combination of local farmers’ experience and technical support has resulted in a post harvest process involving both long fermentation times and drying in the sun, which together give the 'Strong Struben Pure chocolate' cocoa beans a strong, unique taste. Sensory Profile Strong chocolate flavor combined with hints of dried apricot, roasted cocoa and black tea, spiced with an intense, bitter finish.
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

CARIBBEAN

INTENS DARK CHOCOLATE

Intensely bitter with warm floral notes. Cocoa 70% | Criollo & Trinitario
Each Struben Origin chocolate has a original and complex flavour.

CARIBBEAN ISLANDS

ROASTED DARK CHOCOLATE

Aromatic notes reveal delicate roasted flavours. Cocoa 66% | Trinitario

ECUADOR

ARRIBA DARK CHOCOLATE

MADAGASCAR

CREAMY MILK CHOCOLATE

AFRICA

PURE DARK CHOCOLATE

GHANA

PREMIUM DARK CHOCOLATE

VENEZUELA

PREMIUM DARK CHOCOLATE

BRAZIL

STRONG DARK CHOCOLATE

CARIBBEAN

INTENS DARK CHOCOLATE

CARIBBEAN ISLANDS

ROASTED DARK CHOCOLATE

Plantations Chocolate

Origins Chocolate

Blends Chocolate

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