Vanuatu Malekula Island 72% Dark Chocolate
Vanuatu Malekula Island 72% Dark Chocolate
This 72% dark chocolate bar from Firetree is crafted from rare cocoa beans grown in the rich volcanic soil of Malekula Island, Vanuatu, delivering complex notes of cherry, white grape, and soft lemon that earned it a Great Taste Award.
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Almost all the cocoa grown in Vanuatu comes from Malekula Island, a remote location that requires a two-day boat journey from the capital of Port Vila. The unique volcanic soil of this sparsely populated island imparts a distinctive character to the cocoa beans, resulting in a complex and subtle flavour profile.
Firetree works closely with local farmers on these 'ring of fire' islands to ensure only perfectly ripe pods are harvested. The traditional fermentation and sun-drying processes, guided by the farmers' expertise, help to develop and preserve the inherent sumptuous flavours of this unique cocoa.
This 72% dark chocolate bar offers a journey of taste, with notes of cherry, white grape, and soft lemon that truly make the effort worthwhile. It's a single-estate, bean-to-bar craft chocolate that has been recognised with a Great Taste Award 2025.
- 70g bar
- 72% cocoa solids
- Bean-to-Bar Craft
- Single-Estate
- Great Taste Award 2025
- 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.