Hacienda Azul 70%
Hacienda Azul is a small farm located in the rural town of Turrialba in the province of Cartago, a couple hours east of Costa Rica’s capital, San Jose. It is managed by the Zeuner family and employs eight people full time. The famed CATIE university of agriculture is also located here and has provided five different clones to the farm. The beans are washed prior to drying. This cacao is fascinating because of its versatility.
Tasting notes: Chocolate-covered sunflower seeds
2021 Academy of Chocolate Awards GOLD Winner
Academy of Chocolate GOLD Award, 2019