Name: Standout Lachua Guatemala 70%
Brand: Standout
SKU: STA-11200
Price: 13.46 CAD
Availability: InStock

Standout Lachua Guatemala 70%

Cocoa Origin: Guatemala
Producer Country: Sweden
Weight: 50 g

This cocoa is sourced from Uncommon Cocoa, a supplier that collaborates directly with smallholder associations to create economic incentives for developing and maintaining biodiverse agroforestry buffer zones in northern Guatemala. The cocoa grown in Lachuá is renowned for its citric acidity, which is highly expressive in this overtly fruity, tropical-tasting chocolate. Flavours of fudge, molasses, and dark honey also register, making this instantly likable bar both moreish and refreshing.

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Standout Lachua Guatemala 70%

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Standout Chocolate is a one-man-band started in Sweden in 2018. Its founder, Fredrik, was an engineer in Sweden's automobile industry but held a growing passion for specialty coffee. Inspired, Fredrik created his own coffee advent calendar for Christmas, which garnered positive public response. Enjoying the art of curation, Fredrik sought to apply his engineering skills further. However, with Sweden already boasting many specialty roasters, he shifted his focus to the bean-to-bar movement. Fredrik has always sourced his cacao directly and exclusively from socially responsible cooperatives and prioritized environmentally friendly practices, utilizing biodegradable and compostable biofilm made from corn or potato starch for inner packaging, while the outer box is sourced from responsibly managed forests. True to their name, among the many bars I tasted during my early adventures with craft chocolate, Fredrik's bars consistently stood out the most, prompting me to immediately decide to carry and promote his creations.

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Lachuá, located in the heart of Guatemala, is home to the breathtaking Lachuá Lake, a crystal-clear turquoise lake surrounded by lush tropical rainforests teeming with wildlife. The lake is a sacred site for the indigenous Q'eqchi' Maya people, who consider it a place of spiritual importance. It is part of the larger Laguna Lachuá National Park, which protects the area's unique ecosystems and diverse flora and fauna, including howler monkeys, jaguars, and a myriad of bird species. In addition to its natural beauty, Lachuá is also known for its rich cultural heritage. The region is home to several indigenous communities that maintain traditional ways of life, including traditional agriculture, handicrafts, and cocoa cultivation.

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