tasting notes: peanut butter, tangerine, caramel
ingredients: cacao, cane sugar, cocoa butter
Tucked away between the gentle hills of the Guayas, located near the Ecuadorian coast in Cerecita, this single-estate manages each part of production process, from seed selection to post-harvest practices, to the highest possible standard. Hacienda Victoria is a family business, and they are committed to social responsibility, with strong links to the local community. They work with agronomists to ensure their trees are healthy and consult environmental experts on best practices such as modern irrigation techniques to conserve water.
sourcing partner: Hacienda Victoria, Ecuador