Åkessons's Organic
100% Forastero Cacao & Nibs, Fazenda Sempre Firme, Brazil
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Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2021
Åkesson’s Organic 100% Forastero Cacao & Nibs is a product that showcases pure, unadulterated cacao derived from the Fazenda Sempre Firme plantation in Brazil. This farm is known for cultivating high-quality Forastero cacao beans, which are considered robust and full-bodied in flavor.
The chocolate is crafted from organically certified cacao, ensuring that no synthetic chemicals are used in the farming process. The inclusion of cacao nibs adds a crunchy texture and an extra layer of intense, earthy flavor. This product appeals to purists and those who appreciate the raw, unmasked essence of chocolate in its most concentrated form.
About Åkessons's Organic
Åkesson's Organic, founded by Bertil Åkesson, is well-regarded in the craft chocolate community for its bean-to-bar products sourced from its own plantations. Originating from a family with a deep connection to plantation management, Bertil Åkesson has developed plantations in Madagascar and Brazil, where he cultivates renowned cacao and spices.
These plantations provide high-quality ingredients not just for Åkesson's own chocolate bars but also for other top chocolatiers and chefs worldwide?. Åkesson's is notable for being a pioneer in the bean-to-bar movement, focusing on producing distinct chocolate bars that often incorporate unique flavors such as various types of pepper from its own estates.
This innovation in flavor has been recognized with numerous awards, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and creativity in chocolate making??. These awards include several from the Great Taste and the International Chocolate Awards, celebrating its flavorful bars that blend traditional and exotic elements.
