Bolivia / CoEx 2023 Code – 455
Bolivia
NAME OF THE PRODUCERCooperativa Brecha "T" - Martín Sipe Gutiérrez
CoEx Sample Code455/23
SAMPLE TYPECommercial No. M39-LP-AB-MC-MSG
GLOBAL REGIONSouth America
Contacts
CONTACT DETAILS OF PRODUCER
- Contact: Martin Sipe Gutierrez
- E-mail: sipegutierrezmartin@gmail.com
- Address: Comunidad Brecha ``T``, Alto Beni, Bolivia
- Phone: (+591) 73317031
CONTACT DETAILS OF SENDER / NATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE
- Contact: Keler German Conde Flores
- E-mail: Kelercain@gmail.com
- Phone: (+591) 68084288
- Organization: Programa Nacional de Cacao IPD-SA
BEAN CHARACTERISTICS
| Dominating genetic origin (according to the producer) | Forastero |
| Local name of variety | - |
| Bean size (Bean count/100g) | 65 (Standard) |
| Moisture content (%) | 6.8 (Medium) |
| Average bean weight (g) | 1.54 |
| Cacao butter content in cacao mass (%) | 55 |
| Cacao mass fineness (µm) | 14 |
| Roasting temp (°C) | 117 |
| Roasting time (minutes) | 27 |
This very complex chocolate opens with a solid cacao and distinct grassy notes, against medium bitterness and slightly elevated astringency. The middle develops moderate acidity, fresh tropical fruits, berries, and hints of nuts and caramel. The finish returns with freshness, featuring clear wood, fresh fruits, and a velvety astringency.
Chocolate Recipe
| % Cacao nibs | 63 |
| % Deodorised Cacao Butter | 7 |
| % Sugar | 30 |
| % Total Cacao | 70 |
| Ratio Cacao Mass (nibs) / sugar | 2.10 |
| Chocolate fineness (µm, +/- 1) | 16 |
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