Semuliki Forest Uganda 72%

This excellent quality cacao from mountains of western Uganda is a product of Latitude Trade Co., a Certified B Corp. The cool wet climate of this area, just across the border from Democratic Republic of the Congo is know for longer box ferments creating a unique milky smoothness. 

Bean Origin: Grown by over 4000 small farms in the Bundibugyo District in western Uganda adjacent to the Semiluki Forest National Park. This cacao is easy to work with just the right amount of intrinsic oil. 
Harvest Year: 2022 
Ingredients Used: 2 - Roasted cacao, organic sugar
Organic: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Roast Profile: Aggressive roast to a medium temperature, helps develop the delicate flavor of this cacao.
Conche Time: They use  stone melangers grinding for ~2.5 days, plenty of heat early then brief conche time to not destroy the delicate flavors.
Cocoa Content: 72.05%
Cacao Variety: Mostly Trinitario and Amelonado
Weight: 2.25 oz
Allergen Information: Processed in an allergen free facility
Tasting Notes: This Semiluki bar starts with the aroma of fresh butter mixed with floral notes. The flavor of mocha and floral are followed by milky overtones. There's some mild bitterness mixed with fig. This is an approachable bar that finishes with just a hint of astringency and some milky notes.
Pairing Suggestions: Oaked Chardonnay, well aged cheese, fresh berries