Woodblock Chocolate
Peru Woodblock Chocolate
$5.00
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Peru, 70%:
Ucayali River Cacao is a central fermentary that works with
cocoa farmers along the Ucayali River outside of the Peruvian
city of Pucallpa. When tasting the lovely balance of acid and
sweetness and hints of cedar, it is amazing to know the story of
the origin. The region has been prone to narco-trafficking activity
and the presence of the Shining Path militant group. The effort to
grow cacao as opposed to coca is no joke. With a partnership formed
with USAID and Alianza Peru, Ucayali River Cacao has created an
alternative to cocaine for some 400 local farmers. Paying premium
prices and assuring high quality has made a tangible impact in the
region and we are proud to be part of that.
Ingredients: cacao, cane sugar
Ucayali River Cacao is a central fermentary that works with
cocoa farmers along the Ucayali River outside of the Peruvian
city of Pucallpa. When tasting the lovely balance of acid and
sweetness and hints of cedar, it is amazing to know the story of
the origin. The region has been prone to narco-trafficking activity
and the presence of the Shining Path militant group. The effort to
grow cacao as opposed to coca is no joke. With a partnership formed
with USAID and Alianza Peru, Ucayali River Cacao has created an
alternative to cocaine for some 400 local farmers. Paying premium
prices and assuring high quality has made a tangible impact in the
region and we are proud to be part of that.
Ingredients: cacao, cane sugar