Description
Venezuela Río Caribe ceremonial cocoa 250 g - Chocante
Chocante 's Venezuela Río Caribe Ceremonial Cacao is a unique, full-fat cocoa paste with an intense milk chocolate flavor and subtle notes of exotic fruits. It is characterized by low acidity and a delicate bitterness , and its creamy, thick consistency creates a stable foam when brewing.
Where does it come from?
This cocoa hails from the picturesque port town of Río Caribe, located in eastern Venezuela. It's made from two of the finest varieties of beans: Criollo and Trinitario , each accounting for half of the composition.
This gives the product a unique flavor and aroma profile, appreciated by leading chocolatiers worldwide. The plants are grown using natural methods, often on small family farms, ensuring quality control and the uniqueness of each batch.
What is cocoa paste?
This is the pure, dried, and ground pulp of cocoa beans, which takes the form of hard, brittle blocks or lumps. No nutrients are removed, allowing ceremonial cocoa to retain its maximum nutritional and flavorful properties.
Properties and effects on the body
Venezuela Río Caribe ceremonial cocoa is rich in antioxidants that help protect the body against free radicals and support the cardiovascular system.
It contains theobromine, caffeine, anandamide, phenylethylamine, and flavonoids, which have a positive effect on the body and mind – they can regulate mood, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and support immunity.
Consuming this type of cocoa is often part of ritual and meditation practices that serve to deepen relationships with oneself, nature and other people.
- Genre: Criollo, Trinitario
- Taste: Semi-sweet
- Origin: Venezuela
- Packaging: bag with a zipper closure
Ingredients
Cocoa paste (ground cocoa beans) 100%
Nutritional value of the product in 100 g
| Energy value: | 579.6 kcal |
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Fat: including saturated fatty acids: |
52 g 33.3 g |
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Carbohydrates: including sugars: |
7.4 g 1 g |
| Protein: | 12.5 g |
| Salt: | 3.3 g |
Preparation method
Add the desired amount of cocoa to water or plant-based beverage at approximately 60-80°C and blend. A typical ratio is 10g of cocoa per 250ml of water.
If desired, you can add extras to the drink, such as cinnamon, chili or other spices.
Recommended storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place.