Introducing To’ak Luxury Chocolate Powder, a sublime blend of exquisite flavors and unparalleled quality that takes your chocolate experience to new heights. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, To’ak represents the epitome of luxury in the world of cocoa. Immerse yourself in the velvety richness of To’aks chocolate, sourced from the finest cacao beans cultivated in the most coveted regions around the globe. What’s In This Cacao? Theobromine Low Caffeine Antioxidants Essential Minerals Natural Fiber & Protein What are the benefits of this Cacao? Improves Cognitive Function Boosts Mood Improves Sleep Quality Supports the Cardiovascular System Enhances Performance Protects Against Chronic Diseases Protects Skin and Teeth Supports the Gut To’ak harvests regenerative cacao and preserve the rarest and most prized cacao variety in the world. These sustainable practices help to conserve the soil, restore forests, and preserve biodiversity in Ecuador. To’ak started from a rainforest conservation project in Ecuador and has become the global pioneer of high-quality, luxury dark chocolate. To’ak uses the world’s and rarest and & most prized and cacao variety to make extremely limited editions of single-origin Ecuadorian Cacao. To’ak is celebrated for its cask-aged editions and its unique emphasis on specific harvest seasons- oh, they also pay farmers the highest cacao prices in the continent, too. Learn more at our To’ak Cacao Chocolate page! Net Weight: 8 oz Origin: Ecuador Ingredients: Heirloom Single Origin Cacao Powder
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Natural Zing
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DPLQ5BSS
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA

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Cacao growers in Piedra de Plata practice “dry farming.” In other words, they do not irrigate their cacao. As a consequence, To’ak’s harvest varies each year according to weather fluctuations. Embracing these idiosyncrasies of land and weather, and likewise engaging their consequences during various phases of the production process, is the art and challenge of tree-to-bar chocolate-making. Arguably the single most critical element of the entire chocolate-making process is the fermentation and drying of the cacao beans once they are harvested—known as the “post-harvest” process.
The selected beans are then carefully roasted, de-shelled, and ground into tiny bits, which are called nibs. In the most basic sense, dark chocolate is made by further grinding and liquefying the nibs through heat and mixing them with varying amounts of sugar. The final step in the process is “conching,” which is the process of mechanically churning the chocolate—in liquid form, while heated—for hours or sometimes even days. In general, this has the effect of aerating the chocolate and releasing volatile acids, which also has significant flavor implications.
Dark chocolate is rich with tannins and other polyphenols. These compounds, also called flavonoids, largely determine what we taste in dark chocolate and how it feels in our mouth. Over time, these compounds are chemically altered through processes such as oxidation. Extractable compounds from oak barrels and other storage vessels add another layer of complexity through the process of aging. As dark chocolate matures with age, its flavor profile evolves. The flavor & aromas of To’ak’s cask-aged and specialty-aged chocolates evolve slowly with the passage of time.
Pure Cacao Powder, No Additives, or Preservatives. Direct Trade, Farmers Paid 3X more than usual.
Perfect Addition to Hot Chocolate Drink. Distinct Taste and Memorable Flavor.