Quick Facts for the Connoisseur:

Cacao Content: 70% Dark Chocolate

Origin: Malekula Island, Vanuatu (South Pacific)

Varietal: Rare Heritage Amelonado (Original 1800s Lineage)

Flavor Profile: Creamy malty cocoa, toasted nuts, and candied papaya.

Attributes: Direct Trade, Single Origin, Organic Sugar, Vegan, Soy-Free.

A Living Cacao Legacy We are proud to offer this distinguished 70% bar, which tells a story of survival and heritage. Sourced from the wild cacao trees of Malekula Island, this chocolate represents a direct genetic lineage to the original Amelonado varietals planted in the early 1800s. For the serious chocolate enthusiast, this bar offers a deep, complex cacao character that can only come from such a historic genetic legacy.

Ethical Direct Trade: The Buktan Partnership The quality of these beans is preserved through the dedicated work of Roy and Lily Buktan. This husband-and-wife team personally manages the fermentation and drying operations on the island, collecting freshly harvested cacao from local farmers. This Direct Trade approach ensures every bean is developed to its full potential while providing full traceability from the South Pacific soil to your palate.

Sophisticated Flavor Architecture This is not your average dark chocolate. The flavor profile is expertly layered:

The Base: Rich, creamy, and malty vanilla cocoa.

The Middle: Subtle, earthy nutty undertones.

The Finish: A delicate, bright accent of candied papaya.

Minimalist Ingredients, Maximum Integrity Following a "less is more" philosophy, this bar contains only three high-quality ingredients: Single-origin cacao beans, organic sugar, and single-origin cocoa butter. With no additives or fillers, it is a pure expression of Malekula’s unique terroir and the Buktans' expert craftsmanship.