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Sweets Escalier

Ecuador Pajarito Milk 72% with Shio Koji

Factory Tour, restaurant, tastings, workshop:

5-chōme-1-53 Ōgatahonchō, Higashi Ward, Niigata, 950-0813, Japan

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Academy of Chocolate - Gold

2022

International Chocolate Awards - Bronze

2022

Ecuador Pajarito Milk 72% With Shio Koji by Sweets Escalier is a unique chocolate product that combines high-quality Ecuadorian cacao with the traditional Japanese ingredient shio koji, which is a salted rice malt. This unusual blend creates a rich, complex flavor profile that balances the deep, cocoa intensity with subtle, umami undertones introduced by the shio koji.


The chocolate boasts a 72% cocoa content, providing a strong but pleasant taste experience for dark chocolate enthusiasts.

About Sweets Escalier

Sweets Escalier is a chocolate producer based in Niigata, Japan. They specialize in artisan chocolates, often incorporating local ingredients. The company is known for its unique flavor pairings and high-quality production techniques. Sweets Escalier maintains a focus on sustainable sourcing practices.

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5-chōme-1-53 Ōgatahonchō, Higashi Ward, Niigata, 950-0813, Japan