Name: Monsoon Mesquite White Chocolate 45%
Brand: Monsoon
SKU: MON-01030
Price: 13.99 CAD
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Monsoon Mesquite White Chocolate 45%

Cocoa Origin: Ecuador
Producer Country: United States
Weight: 50 g

Three varietals of mesquite trees evolved in the harsh beauty of the Sonoran Desert, and for generations, Indigenous communities across the Southwest have relied on the pods they bear—a staple food packed with natural sugars. In this bar, that legacy takes on new life, with mesquite pods sourced from the San Xavier Cooperative Farm ground into a flour and combined with milk, unrefined cane sugar, Ecuadorian cocoa butter, and butter. Forget any notion of smoky BBQ here—it’s earthy, a little woody, with hints of sagebrush that, once toasted, transform into a surprisingly mellow, almost “healthy butterscotch.” Each bite is nutty and caramelly, with a vanilla-like vibe that leaves you wondering where it’s been hiding all your life.

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Monsoon Mesquite White Chocolate 45%

$13.99

Few people know that Tucson, Arizona is designated as a UNESCO World City of Gastronomy. And Monsoon Chocolate, aptly named after the rains that bring life to the desert, justifies the city’s title by capturing the traditional flavours of the American Southwest while also showcasing the finest cocoa from around the world—a truly remarkable fusion. Embracing the 'farm to table' mentality, Monsoon engages with suppliers in fair and sustainable practices, detailing on their website each terroir and collective they work with, along with how much they paid for the cocoa compared to the global commodity price. Despite the challenge of crafting chocolate in a desert, they excel in quality, processing the cacao minimally to highlight the beans' beautiful and complex flavours. What’s more, founder Adam's background includes a stint at Whole Foods in Portland, Oregon, where he helped build the largest craft chocolate library in the world. If you find yourself in the area, be sure to visit Monsoon Chocolate for a tasting and tour, offered from 11 am to 5 pm, Wednesday through Sunday. Tell them Milou sent you!

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Guayas is a coastal province in Ecuador and the most populous in the country, with over 4 million residents. Many inhabitants are descendants of the Manteño-Huancavilca, a prominent culture before European contact. During the Spanish occupation, Guayaquil, Guayas' main city, emerged as a vital port in South America, a role it continues to play today. This port city attracts many from the countryside seeking economic opportunities. Guayas boasts diverse natural terrain: the Coastal Range, despite temperatures in the low 20s°C, is a desert, while areas outside this range are humid and fertile, especially in the north, with temperatures consistently in the mid 20s to low 30s°C year-round.

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