Ambanja 75%

Maker	Askinosie Chocolate
Chocolate Bars
Product Name	Ambanja
Cacao percentage	Between 66% and 75%
Country of purchase	United States
Origin of bean	Madagascar
Bean Variety	Criollo
Made in	United States
Dimensions	16 x 8 Cm
Total weight	85 Gr \| 3 Oz
Ingredients	coca beans, organic cane sugar, cacao butter
Maker's comments	75% Ambanja, Madagascar - Dark Chocolate

Strong Criollo

BAR TASTING

Sugar Flavor	nonexistent
Cacao Flavor	Very strong
Acidity	Moderate
Roasted Nuts	Moderate
Bitterness	nonexistent
Fruitiness	Moderate
Tasting Experience	The Askinosie signature craft paper emphasizes the handcrafted nature of the bar. The chocolate bar inside is protected by a biodegradable cellophane sleeve. The beans of "Criollo" variety, are coming from the North West of the Island of Madagascar in the Indian ocean. The Ambanja plantation in on the right bank of the Sambirano river, about 8 km form the ocean. The first feeling on opennig the inside sleeve is of earthiness, mixed with red fruits. While melting on the tongue, some acidity pops-up with a clearer cherry sensation and a growing and then clear caramel feeling. The after taste confirms the caramel notes while the acidity has completely disappeared and leaves your mouth with a satisfying caco aroma. Although excellent, these Criollos are less fruity than expected.
This bar is	Excellent