Name: Luisa Abram Rio Tocantins Wild Cacao 81%
Brand: Luisa Abram
SKU: LUI-10050
Price: 14.49 CAD
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Luisa Abram Rio Tocantins Wild Cacao 81%

Cocoa Origin: Brazil
Producer Country: Brazil
Weight: 80 g

The Tocantins River spans approximately 2,450 kilometres from south to north and its name, derived from the Tupi language, translates to "toucan's beak". Approximately 20 families participate in the harvest of this wild cocoa, which grows along the river banks near the city of Mocajuba and various islands in the area. While each of Luisa Abram's bars are distinct, for me, this is the one that really stands out from the others, in particular for its "naturalness". The profile is so earthy, nutty, and inexplicably beautiful. The flavours seem endless yet also understated. It is full of charm and character.

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Luisa Abram Rio Tocantins Wild Cacao 81%

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Imagine trekking deep into the world’s largest rainforest, battling the heat and humidity and inherent dangers, with no modern technology or animal companions, in search of ancient cocoa trees. Pretty cool, huh? That's reason #1 why I love Luisa Abram's chocolate. The second reason? The incredible, unique flavours that come from these ultra-rare beans. Some of these beans haven’t been tasted for centuries, ever since they were first planted by Jesuit missionaries. It's like taking a taste of history. And it's not just about the chocolate; it's about respecting tradition, preserving biodiversity, and working closely indigenous communities. Plus, it's a family thing – Luisa, her parents and sister, and the over 850 families they partner with.

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Tocantins is a state located in central Brazil, nestled within the Brazilian Highlands at elevations ranging from 100 to 400 meters above sea level. The region is geographically diverse, featuring woodland savanna on the highlands, dense semi-deciduous forests in the river valleys, and tropical rainforest along its northern edge. Tocantins boasts a subtropical climate, characterized by minimal variation in average monthly temperatures and an average annual temperature of 24°C. Annual rainfall averages about 1,500 mm, with the majority occurring between October and March. As Brazil’s newest state, Tocantins is a burgeoning frontier area with a population historically comprised of indigenous and mixed European-indigenous populations. The region’s primary economic driver is agriculture, particularly cattle ranching, along with the cultivation of rice, corn, and soybeans.

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