Hispaniola Dominican Republic 72% Dark Chocolate
Hispaniola Dominican Republic 72% Dark Chocolate
This 72% dark chocolate bar, crafted from single-estate cocoa beans grown in the volcanic soils of the Dominican Republic, offers a distinctly complex flavour profile with notes of red fruit, deep cocoa, and green banana, making it a must-try for dark chocolate connoisseurs.
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Experience the intense and complex flavours of Hispaniola, Dominican Republic 72% Dark Chocolate. Crafted from cocoa beans sourced from the northeast of this Caribbean island, this bean-to-bar creation delivers a surprising depth of taste.
Firetree specialises in bringing the nuanced tastes of remote island terroirs to the forefront. The cocoa trees, or 'firetrees', thrive in the rich, porous volcanic soil found in regions like the Dominican Republic, imparting a distinctive character to the beans.
This single-estate dark chocolate bar is a testament to meticulous sourcing and craft. Firetree works closely with local farmers who expertly harvest only perfectly ripe pods, followed by a careful fermentation process and traditional sun-drying. This hands-on approach ensures the inherent sumptuous flavours of the unique cocoa are fully developed and preserved in every 70g bar.
Taste Notes:
- Red fruit
- Brown fruit
- Deep cocoa tones
- Hint of green banana
Product features:
- 70g bar
- Bean-to-Bar Craft
- Single-Estate
- Halal
- Kosher
- Vegan
About Our Brand Firetree
Firetree specialises in crafting exquisite chocolate, addressing the desire for distinctive, high-quality experiences that transcend mass-produced offerings. They bring the nuanced tastes of remote island terroirs to the forefront, focusing on the unique flavour profiles derived from cocoa beans grown in volcanic soils.
What sets Firetree apart is their meticulous sourcing from the 'ring of fire' islands like those in the southern Pacific, Oceania, and Madagascar. The cocoa trees, or 'firetrees', thrive in this rich, porous volcanic soil, which imparts a distinctive character to the beans. This geographical specificity, combined with their commitment to single-origin cocoa, ensures a chocolate experience unlike any other.
Firetree's dedication extends to the craft, working closely with local farmers who expertly harvest only perfectly ripe pods. The fermentation process, often described as an art, relies on the farmers' sensory expertise and years of experience, followed by traditional sun-drying. This careful, hands-on approach from farm to factory ensures that the inherent sumptuous flavours of their unique cocoa are fully developed and preserved in every bar.