ORIGIN

Ecuador

NAME OF THE PRODUCER

A&D Sanchez Cocoa Export

CoEx Sample Code

347/25

SAMPLE TYPE

Commercial No. C002

GLOBAL REGION

South America

Contacts

CONTACT DETAILS OF PRODUCER
  • Contact: A&D Sanchez Cocoa Export
  • E-mail: sowerofthekingdom@hotmail.com
  • Address: Panamericana km 1 via Pueblo Viejo, Ventanas, Los Ríos, Ecuador
  • Phone: (+593) 980 464 489
CONTACT DETAILS OF SENDER / NATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE

BEAN CHARACTERISTICS

Dominating genetic origin (according to the producer)Nacional
Local name of varietyAroma Pichilingue
Bean size (Bean count/100g)85 (Standard)
Moisture content (%)6.8
Average bean weight (g)1.1764705882353
Cacao butter content in cacao mass (%)0
Cacao mass fineness (µm)
Roasting temp (°C)119
Roasting time (minutes)25
Chocolate flavour profile description
This complex sample opens on a moderate cacao base, developing clear browned fruits, a light floral touch, woody notes and warm spices. The finish is long-lasting, with cacao, wood and a hint of caramel.

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