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Zak's Chocolate

Madagascar Sambirano Valley 70% Dark

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Academy of Chocolate - Bronze

2018

Madagascar Sambirano Valley 70% Dark made by Zak's Chocolate is a single-origin chocolate bar. This chocolate showcases the unique and vibrant flavor profiles that are characteristic of cacao beans from the Sambirano Valley region in Madagascar. The 70% cocoa content offers a balance of deep chocolate flavor with subtle fruit notes, often including hints of red berries and citrus, which are typical of beans from this area.


Zak's Chocolate is known for its dedication to small-batch, artisanal chocolate making, ensuring that each bar is crafted with care to highlight the distinctive qualities of the cacao.

About Zak's Chocolate

Zak's Chocolate is a small-batch craft chocolate maker and shop located in Thornhill. They focus on producing bean-to-bar chocolate, meaning they control the entire process from sourcing the cacao beans to the final product. Zak's Chocolate emphasizes the use of ethically-sourced, high-quality cacao beans.


Their offerings include a variety of chocolate bars, truffles, and confections, each made by hand. They also offer chocolate-making classes and tastings, educating customers about the nuances of different types of chocolate.