great taste awards 2023winner
origin & craftsmanshipcrafted by chocolate & love, this bar features single-origin cacao beans from panama, sourced from fairtrade-certified cooperatives and processed with commitment to organic standards. the bean-to-bar approach ensures full flavour clarity and minimal processing, letting the terroir of panamas cacao shine through.
flavor profileat 80% cacao, this bar offers depth and intensitybut with surprising smoothness and balance. according to the maker, its full-bodied yet mild, decadent and incredibly smooth with hints of nuts and an extraordinary chocolate flavour.tasting notes commonly include delicate nut undertones, subtle fruit or tobacco complexity and a long, clean finish with little bitterness.
tasting & pairing guide
let a square melt gently on your tongue, allowing the rich cocoa depth to emerge first, followed by nutty and mild fruity uplift, and ending with a refined, lingering finish.pair this bar with a well-balanced red wine like a medium-bodied merlot or a dry madeira to echo its richness. for a non-alcoholic option, a roasted coffee or low-tannin oolong tea brings out its smooth cocoa profile. to add texture or contrast, enjoy with roasted pistachios, toasted almonds or a crisp biscuit.
summary
the panama 80% dark chocolate bar from chocolate & love is a pure-cacao offering that delivers serious flavour while remaining refined and approachable. its high cacao content, single-origin pedigree and fair-trade/organic sourcing make it ideal for dark chocolate lovers seeking both depth and ethics in every bite.
