Dandelion Zorzal Comunitario, Dominican Republic 70% Dark Chocolate

These cocoa beans come from a collection of farms surrounding Reserva Zorzal, a bird sanctuary in the Dominican Republic. The sanctuary protects Bicknell’s thrush, an endangered bird that migrates between Vermont and the Dominican Republic each year. The sale of cocoa produced on and around the sanctuary serves to fund the project.

This chocolate, which we share with our Dandelion Japan team, represents a new step in our evolving relationship with Zorzal Cacao, and we’re thrilled as ever to explore the flavor potential of these beans, while supporting the Reserva’s mission. To develop refined flavors suited to the Japanese palate, Trevor roasts this 2021 harvest lightly, bringing out delicate fruit notes.

Tasting Notes: chocolate-covered cherries, fresh milk, black tea

Cocoa beans and sugar. No added cocoa butter, lecithin, or vanilla.

Free of soy, dairy, eggs, and gluten, and it is made in a factory that does not process nuts.

The product should be stored in a cool, dry, odorless and at a temperature between 14 and 20 C.

56g / 2oz