% of main ingredient
55% of Cocoa
Double Fermentation Itakuja 55%
Itakuja 55% pure origin* Brazil, a chocolate infused with passion fruit pulp, born in the heart of Brazilian plantations, with cocoa beans from the South of Bahia.
Flavor Profile Fruity
Secondary Notes Passionfruit
In northeastern Brazil's Bahia State lies Mata Atlantica, one of the world's richest ecosystems. Threatened by intensive deforestation, UNESCO classified this tropical forest as a Biosphere Reserve. For over 20 years, Valrhona's commitment to biodiversity and sustainable development has been behind its efforts to provide local growers financial and community-based support. Produced by double fermentation, Brésil Passion is the result of Valrhona's partnership with the M. Libanio plantation set amid an unparalleled abundance of plant life. Itakuja 55% is one of the original chocolates that Valrhona developed using double fermentation. The first fermentation phase brings out the initial aromas characteristic of the unique region. Then the pulp of fresh locally grown passion fruit is added to activate the second fermentation, which infuses the cacao with fruity flavor notes.
*Itakuja 55% pure origin* Brazil, a chocolate infused with passion fruit pulp, born in the heart of Brazilian plantations, with cocoa beans from the South of Bahia.
Origin
Partner producer
Brazil M. LIBÂNIO AGRÍCOLA S.A
A family-run plantation founded in 1922, M Libano grows its cocoa in the heart of the Mata Atlantica, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Our partner has had Rainforest Alliance certification since 2013 and uses an agroforestry system specific to north-east Brazil known as cabruca.
Gandu, Bahia
13°44’36.1”S / 39°29’24.8”W
Features
Optimal Application
Bars
Recommended Applications
Molding – Mousse – Cremeux&Ganaches – Ice Cream&Sorbets
Pairings
Banana – Mango – Pecan – Pistachio – Coconut milk – Dark rum
Best by:
14 months
Composition
Sugar 44%, Fat 73%
Packaging Format
3kg bean bag - 12219
Other feature(s)
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