Omnom Nicaragua Dark 73%

Cocoa Origin: Nicaragua
Producer Country: Iceland
Weight: 60 g

This bar is truly special, not just for its incredible flavour but also for the remarkable journey behind it. The beans come from a humid rainforest in a war-torn area, accessible only by hiking or riding mules through muddy, treacherous mountainside roads. Knowing this makes me appreciate it even more. The lighter roast profile brings out an Earl Grey-like tannin and floral duality, giving it fruity notes of fig and dates, along with a hazelnut-spread sweetness. It's earthy, distinct, and has an almost refreshing quality.

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Omnom Nicaragua Dark 73%

$12.56

In the most unlikely of places, Iceland, almost the furthest one could get from a cacao tree on this planet, Omnom Chocolate has become a global sensation. Founded by childhood friends Kjartan and Óskar, Omnom began its journey in a humble old gas station in Reykjavik. They've nailed all the basics like sourcing directly and highlighting terroir, but what really strikes a chord with me is how they embody the spirit of Iceland. Their bars reflect the creativity, imagination, and entrepreneurship that defines Icelandic culture. Drawing inspiration from fantastical creatures, surrealism, pop art, and contemporary Nordic architecture, every bar feels like a work of art (and, actually, it kind of is!). And it wouldn't be truly Icelandic if it wasn't a little quirky - instead of the usual squares, Omnom's chocolates are crafted into geometrical shards. It's like they're saying, "Hey, we take our chocolate seriously, but we're not afraid to have a little fun with it!" which I think is the right attitude to have.

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Waslala is a town and municipality located in the north-central highlands of Nicaragua that was center stage for much of the US-funded Nicaraguan Contra war of the 1980s. Not far from the Bosawás Biosphere Reserve—the second largest rainforest in the Americas after the Amazon—Waslala boasts a rich and diverse ecosystem. The region's climate is characterized by a tropical rainforest climate, with abundant rainfall and consistently warm temperatures year-round, creating ideal conditions for crops like coffee and cocoa. The cultural fabric of Waslala is woven with the traditions of its indigenous and mestizo communities, reflecting a blend of historical influences. The area is home to 65,000 residents, most of whom live in the rural villages outside the town center. Nearly all communities are only accessible by hiking or riding mules through muddy, treacherous mountainside roads. Traveling to Waslala from the capital of Managua takes seven hours despite being only 250 kilometers in distance.

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