Name: Kasama Tupi Philippines 75%
Brand: Kasama
SKU: KAS-003
Price: 12.56 CAD
Availability: InStock

Kasama Tupi Philippines 75%

Cocoa Origin: Philippines
Producer Country: Canada
Weight: 55 g

This cacao is sourced from Kablon Farms, a single estate located in the town of Tupi, near the southernmost tip of the Philippines. The name Tupi originates from “Tufi,” a vine chewed by the native Blaan tribes who lived in the ancient forests of this region. This area of South Cotabato enjoys a mild, consistent climate without pronounced dry or wet seasons, making it ideal for agriculture. The resulting cacao offers a balanced, well-rounded profile with intense yet approachable flavours. Notes of mocha blend seamlessly with roasted chestnut, toasted coconut, dark caramel, and earthy undertones. The absence of lingering bitterness or astringent tannins gives it a smooth, truffle-like quality. It's an exceptionally harmonious, enjoyable chocolate.

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Kasama Chocolate is based out of Vancouver’s iconic Granville Island, a renowned hub for artists, crafters, and, above all, a really great food market. Founded in 2015 by Vincent, Stefan, Oliver, and Dominik — four long-time friends who chose the Tagalog word ‘Kasama,’ meaning friendship, camaraderie, and collaboration, to embody their ethos. The company’s connection to the Philippines goes beyond its name. They partnered with the University of British Columbia’s Centre for Sustainable Food Systems, local farmers, and small community stakeholders to initiate a sustainable cacao planting and research project in Cagayan Province, near the Sierra Madre mountains in Northern Luzon. This initiative underscores their commitment to supporting local communities and advancing sustainable agricultural practices. In addition to their Filipino project, Kasama sources cocoa from at least eight other countries, always prioritizing direct relationships with small farmers to ensure fair trade and sustainability. Their bars have plenty of awards to support this curator’s personal opinion that they are one of North America’s premier bean-to-bar chocolate producers.

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Soccsksargen, previously known as Central Mindanao, is an administrative region located in the southwestern part of the Philippines. The region's name is an acronym representing its four provinces—South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani—and one highly urbanized city, General Santos. Characterized by extensive coastlines, valleys, and mountain ranges, Soccsksargen is particularly notable for its intricate river system. It serves as the drainage basin of Mindanao, with the Cotabato Basin, a large depression bordered by mountain ranges on three sides, playing a central role. To the south of this basin lie the Tiruray Highlands, a moderately high mountain range that separates the basin from the southern coastline. The region's favourable climate and geography make it ideal for agriculture, gaining international recognition for its coffee beans, in particular. Reflecting the broader diversity of the Philippines, Soccsksargen is home to various ethnic groups and numerous native languages, though Tagalog and English are widely understood and commonly used for official purposes.

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