Chocolate with cocoa nibs, Waslala Nicaragua 70%

Chocolate made with great care,
from the selection of the bean at the origin to its processing.

40gr | 70gr

ORIGIN

America – Nicaragua – Waslala

Mesoamerica is one of the first places where cocoa was domesticated by the Olmecs, cocoa is important in Mayan and Aztec culture, and it was Hernán Cortés who brought cocoa to Europe.
Nicaragua has a consumption of beverages derived from cocoa in the local population.

In addition, there are genetic materials in the country giving a great diversity to the Nicaraguan cocoa. Nicaragua is considered a producer of fine cocoa, gradually increasing its production of high quality and developed under agroforestry system.

LOCATION

REGION: RACCN (North Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region)

Latitud: 13°19’50” N
Longitud: 85°22’20” W

CHARACTERISTICS

Type of plantations:
Small producers with an average of 2 ha, organised in cooperatives. Under agroforestry system.

Varieties:
Mixture of trinitario and acriolladas varieties.

Altitud:e
400 – 1,200 msnm

Harvest season:

October – December (main harvest) / April – June (intermediate harvest).

FARMS

Cacao trees are planted in small plots of diversified family farms of small farmers organised in the cooperative CACAONICA R.L. The areas are under agroforestry systems with a combination of timber and fruit trees. In addition, the farms have other crops in other areas of the farm.

The producers of this cocoa are committed to sustainability; they manage their family farms organically (certified) with the use of organic inputs such as compost, permitted amendments, and are committed to the incorporation of raw materials. There is a great awareness of environmental care, care of the fauna and flora.

INGREDIENTS

Cocoa: 65% cocoa beans / Others: 5% natural cocoa butter and 30% organic unrefined cane sugar from Paraguay, sourced from cooperatives in Paraguay and produced according to Fair Trade criteria, with cocoa nibs on the back of the bar.

This chocolate contains neither lecithin nor natural or artificial flavours.

CACAO NIBS

Chocolate with hints of nuts and fruits with the crunchy touch of cocoa nibs.

These small pieces of roasted and shelled cocoa beans are very nutritious and provide many health benefits.

Nibs are an excellent source for preventing cardiovascular diseases.

Some important benefits: improved circulation thanks to a high concentration of flavonoids; improved cholesterol levels and a great source of magnesium.

Because of the large amount of polyphenols it contains such as flavonoids, which protect our body from free radicals and delay premature aging, it is considered a superfood .

Nibs contain theobromine, a relative of caffeine, which stimulates the nervous system and generates a sense of wellbeing.

They also release neurotransmitters that affect our mood and energy level. It contains many minerals such as magnesium and iron and stimulates the synthesis of serotonin. This helps us to maintain a high energy level

VARIETY OF COCOA

This mixture of Trinitario and Acriolladas varieties gives this cocoa its special flavours. A high percentage of these farms were planted from seeds, which generated a a lot of hybridisation in the trees. Waslala has been called the cocoa capital, since cocoa plantations began to be developed in the municipality in the 1950s and 1960s. There are biodiversity studies of the presence of many criollo trees with brown or white seeds that provide very special flavours.

ORIGIN

America – Nicaragua – Waslala

Mesoamerica is one of the first places where cocoa was domesticated by the Olmecs, cocoa is important in Mayan and Aztec culture, and it was Hernán Cortés who brought cocoa to Europe.

Nicaragua has a consumption of beverages derived from cocoa in the local population.

In addition, there are genetic materials in the country giving a great diversity to the Nicaraguan cocoa. Nicaragua is considered a producer of fine cocoa, gradually increasing its production of high quality and developed under agroforestry system.

LOCATION

REGION: RACCN (North Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region)

Latitud: 13°19’50” N
Longitud: 85°22’20” W

CHARACTERISTICS

Type of plantations:
Small producers with an average of 2 ha, organised in cooperatives. Under agroforestry system.

Varieties:
Mixture of trinitario and acriolladas varieties.

Altitud:
400 – 1,200 msnm

Harvest season:
October – December (main harvest) / April – June (intermediate harvest).

FARMS

Cacao trees are planted in small plots of diversified family farms of small farmers organised in the cooperative CACAONICA R.L. The areas are under agroforestry systems with a combination of timber and fruit trees. In addition, the farms have other crops in other areas of the farm.

The producers of this cocoa are committed to sustainability; they manage their family farms organically (certified) with the use of organic inputs such as compost, permitted amendments, and are committed to the incorporation of raw materials. There is a great awareness of environmental care, care of the fauna and flora.

INGREDIENTS

Cocoa: 65% cocoa beans / Others: 5% natural cocoa butter and 30% organic unrefined cane sugar from Paraguay, sourced from cooperatives in Paraguay and produced according to Fair Trade criteria, with cocoa nibs on the back of the bar.

This chocolate contains neither lecithin nor natural or artificial flavours.

CACAO NIBS

Chocolate with hints of nuts and fruits with the crunchy touch of cocoa nibs.

These small pieces of roasted and shelled cocoa beans are very nutritious and provide many health benefits

Nibs are an excellent source for preventing cardiovascular diseases.
Some important benefits: improved circulation thanks to a high concentration of flavonoids; improved cholesterol levels and a great source of magnesium.

Because of the large amount of polyphenols it contains such as flavonoids, which protect our body from free radicals and delay premature aging, it is considered a superfood .

Nibs contain theobromine, a relative of caffeine, which stimulates the nervous system and generates a sense of wellbeing.

They also release neurotransmitters that affect our mood and energy level. It contains many minerals such as magnesium and iron and stimulates the synthesis of serotonin. This helps us to maintain a high energy level

VARIETY OF COCOA

This mixture of Trinitario and Acriolladas varieties gives this cocoa its special flavours. A high percentage of these farms were planted from seeds, which generated a a lot of hybridisation in the trees.

Waslala has been called the cocoa capital, since cocoa plantations began to be developed in the municipality in the 1950s and 1960s. There are biodiversity studies of the presence of many criollo trees with brown or white seeds that provide very special flavours.

Tasting notes

Intensity
Toasted
Bitterness
Acidity
Astringency

Different notes
Red wine, coconut sugar, oranges, raisins, cherries and a touch of herbs.

PROCESS

Harvest: Manual with machetes, ripe cobs are harvested.

Fermentation: In horizontal wooden crates for 5-6 days.

Drying: Pre-drying of 48 h with a layer of 10 cm solar. Final solar drying for 7 days in wooden and perforated steel beds, slow drying to achieve an adequate balance.

Storage: Aerated cellars and in jute bags.

Picking: We hand-pick the beans to eliminate small, peeled, broken, flattened or wrinkled beans and beans with defects.

Roasting: Gentle roasting with a temperature range between 90 and 130ºC.

High speed conching during 28-36 h with temperatures between 45-48ºC.

Maturation: The chocolate is a minimum of 6 days at rest for maturation.

Tempering

  • Melting temperature: 49ºC
  • Pre-crystallisation temperature: 29 ºC
  • Crystallisation temperature: 32 ºC

PROCESS

Harvest: Manual with machetes, ripe cobs are harvested.

Fermentation: In horizontal wooden crates for 5-6 days.

Drying: Pre-drying of 48 h with a layer of 10 cm solar. Final solar drying for 7 days in wooden and perforated steel beds, slow drying to achieve an adequate balance.

Storage: Aerated cellars and in jute bags.

Picking: We hand-pick the beans to eliminate small, peeled, broken, flattened or wrinkled beans and beans with defects.

Roasting: Gentle roasting with a temperature range between 90 and 130ºC.

High speed conching during 28-36 h with temperatures between 45-48ºC.

Maturation: The chocolate is a minimum of 6 days at rest for maturation.

Tempering

  • Melting temperature: 49ºC
  • Pre-crystallisation temperature: 29 ºC
  • Crystallisation temperature: 32 ºC

PANAMÁ

RIO UYAMA FARM,
BOCAS DEL TORO

Variety: Trinitario

Cocoa percentage:
72%.

Description: Bocas del Toro is located on the Caribbean side of Panama, a wonderful place where much of the country’s cocoa production is located. Uyama Farm’s cocoa is harvested and processed with great care in order to find the best flavour for this blend of Trinitario varieties that can be found on the farm operated with ecological farming techniques.

Ingredients: cocoa nibs (67%), organic cane sugar and cocoa butter.

ECUADOR

HACIENDA LIMÓN,
COTOPAXI

Variety: Nacional Arriba

Percentage of cocoa: 80%.

Description: Chocolate with a strong floral flavour typical of Ecuador’s Arriba Nacional cocoa, with a predominance of woody and nutty flavours. Hacienda Limón is located at the base of the Cotopaxi volcano, providing a perfect combination of climate and soil for the development of an excellent cocoa.

Ingredients: Cocoa nibs (77%), organic cane sugar and cocoa butter.
(May contain traces of nuts).

NICARAGUA

WASLALA,
REGIÓN CARIBE NORTE

Variety: Acriollados Trinitarios

Percentage of cocoa: 75%.

Description: Chocolate with organic Trinitario cocoa that releases sharp fruity flavours of forest berries with citrus notes and powerful tannins, the latter evoking red wine. Waslala is located in northern Nicaragua adjacent to the Bosawas Biosphere Reserve, one of the most important natural spaces in America.

Ingredients:
Cocoa nibs (72%), organic cane sugar and cocoa butter.

FLOR DE SAL

NICARAGUAN COCOA
WITH SAL D´ES TRENC

Variety: Acriollados Trinitarios

Percentage of cocoa: 70%.

Description: This magnificent chocolate produced with organic cocoa from Nicaragua with inclusions of organic d’es Trenc salt. It provides a dark chocolate sensation with generous nutty and fruity flavours with the subtle salty touch of Mallorcan salt.

Ingredients: Cocoa nibs (65%), organic cane sugar, cocoa butter and salt d’ es Trenc.

Maüa is the origin and fusion between Mallorca and Nicaragua.
A fusion of forms that symbolise cultures, flavours and traditions.
An elegant, subtle, healthy and sustainable product.