Organic Peruvian Cacao Powder 10/12% - 55Lbs

  Criollo, or the “Queen of Cacao” is a native Peruvian variety, known for its complex secondary tasting notes. Trinitario cacao is a natural hybrid breed of cacao that was created by cross-pollination of the Criollo, and Forastero varieties which have a full-bodied flavor with limited-secondary tasting notes. Trinitarian combines the best qualities of both, resulting in a high quality cacao with superior flavor. Criollo and Trinatario cacao prefer to be grown near the Equator, which makes Peru an ideal growing region. The trees take root in lush soils, reach up to 40 ft. in height and around three years of age start producing their distinct floral smelling pods. The pods are harvested when mature and range in color from light to medium shades of purple. Each pod is split open to reveal dozens of little beans, coated in thick white, sweet pulp. To avoid germination, the beans are placed in special boxes, where microorganisms react with the sweet pulp, initiating the fermentation an