Sueños 75%

Independent family farmers tend rare Nacional heirloom cacao under the shade of taller rainforest hardwood trees. Nacional cacao has lower yields than modern hybrids, and currently is only 5% of Ecuador’s cacao crop despite its far superior aromas and flavors. The growers carefully ferment their own beans in wooden boxes. Sueños means ‘dreams’ and refers to Finca Sueños, the farm of one of the growers.

Harvest Year: 2024
Bean Origin: Northwestern Ecuador (Esmeraldas, Pichincha)
Ingredients Used: 3 - cacao, sugar, cocoa butter
Organic: Not certified but cultivated in regenerative forests that far exceed organic standard
Vegan: Yes
Roast Profile: Reaching 250 degrees F with 2-4 minutes at 212-240 degrees
Conche Time: Approximately 48 hours (refining + conching)
Cocoa Content: 75%
Cacao Variety: Nacional
Weight: 1.6 oz
Allergy Information: Possible traces of dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, and wheat
Tasting Notes: Chocolate, caramel, nuts, dark fruits