Pump Street Madagascar Sambirano 72% cacao

This is a typical Madagascar origin chocolate, rich with flavors and sweet. Bright cherry notes are prominent, with balsamic and plum flavors alongside. The aftertaste is gentle and pleasant. 9.2

A prior review of a Pump Street bar of Madagascar origin can be found at: Pump Street Bakery Madagascar 74% cacao

Sirene Madagascar 73% cacao

There is a slightly chalky texture initially, which dissipates as the bar melts. The flavor base has a toffee touch, decorated with a balsamic dress. The finish is clean and does not linger. 7.9

Black Jaguar Nicaragua La Dalia 77% cacao

There are a number of flavor notes presenting from this bar. Most prominent is a spicy element akin to spice case. This is framed by some smokiness, and a touch of balsamic flavor. The finish is strong, lingering with the spice note echoing. 8.2

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Inside the bar's label is a pictogram of the chocolate making process.

LAmourette Venezuela Amazonas 75% cacao

This bar is fairly bitter, which is not surprising at 75% cacao. The flavors are earthy, akin to mushrooms or moss. A faint touch of licorice could be noticed. The aftertaste is lengthy and bitter. 6.8

Twenty-Four Blackbirds Honduras Wampusirpi 75% cacao

Initial taste of this bar is quite bitter and has slightly metallic tinge. Further tasting leads to an earthy aspect, leaning towards soil with a tobacco edge. The aftertaste is moderate and trails off gradually, carrying the initial flavros with it. 6.3

Karuna Belize 70% cacao

There is a rich, buttery texture to this bar, with a side of fudginess. Some caramel notes can be tasted, and there is a fairly low level of bitterness. The aftertaste is clean and carries the texture and flavors from the initial experience. 8.2

Cárdenas Ecuador Manabí 72% cacao

The taste starts herbaceous with a nutmeg and spice cake profile. There is some astringent bitterness, which develops as the bar dissolves. This leads to a lengthy aftertaste. 7.5

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