With slightly less cacao than the usual 70%, this bar gives a gentle overall experience with moderate to low bitterness and a sweeter taste. The texture is reminiscent of butterscotch. There is a floral note with a rum raisin fruity part. The aftertest is short and also sweet. 8.9
Friday, August 25, 2023
Friday, August 18, 2023
Ara Chocolat Peru Tingo Maria 70% cacao
There is a fudgy texture to this bar, rich in chocolate flavor. Also of note is a light caramel taste. These may be combining to lead to a rum raisin note, and this results in an aftertaste which is rich and persistent. 8.8
Sunday, August 13, 2023
Ara Chocolat Venezuela 70% cacao
This well made bar has a fruity taste profile with red fruit and raisin notes. Underlying this is a milky texture. The aftertaste is fairly lengthy, carrying the fruit taste with it. 9.6
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Utopick Columbia Sierra Nevada 70% cacao
The very well made bar has a buttery texture, but the main flavor profile is fruity. This note has plum characteristics along with a hint of citrus. The aftertaste is brief and sweet. 9.4
$18 / 2.5oz (70g)