Bar Au Chocolat
Chiapas, Mexico 70%
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www.barauchocolat.com/collections/origin-tasting-bars
Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2013
Academy of Chocolate - Golden Bean
2013
Bar au Chocolat's 70% Chiapas, Mexico chocolate is crafted using cocoa beans sourced from the lush Chiapas region in Mexico, known for its rich biodiversity. This artisanal chocolate boasts a deep, complex flavor profile with notes of fruit and spices, reflecting the unique terroir of the area.
It is made with minimal ingredients to highlight the natural qualities of the cocoa, typically just cocoa beans and sugar.
About Bar Au Chocolat
Bar au Chocolat, founded in 2010 by Nicole Trutanich, is a boutique chocolatemaker based in Manhattan Beach, California. This studio is distinguished by its meticulous approach to chocolate making, using only two ingredients - cacao and sugar - to highlight the natural flavors of its carefully sourced beans.
Nicole Trutanich is one of the few female chocolatemakers in the industry, emphasizing a slow and deliberate production process that involves detailed hand-crafting techniques. Bar au Chocolat also focuses on sustainability, sourcing cacao beans directly from small equatorial farms and supporting traditional farming methods.
Additionally, the chocolatemaker offers a variety of products including single-origin chocolate bars, hot chocolate mixes, and unique cave-aged chocolates, aiming to create a rich sensory experience for its customers?.
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