Piura Blanco is a fruity organic cocoa mass from the Piura region in northern Peru. The rare, light cocoa beans come from the dry area of the San Lorenzo Valley. The flavor profile combines cherry, raspberry, and a subtle pecan note – without added nuts.
Benefits
- 100% organic cocoa mass without added sugar or flavorings
- Origin: Piura, northern Peru
- Granules in four portion sizes, plus a 17 kg pressed block
- Vegan and free from milk ingredients
Origin and Processing
According to Kaburoh, the cocoa comes from the area around Paimas, Puerta Palache, and Las Lomas in the San Lorenzo Valley. The supply partner is the Cooperativa Agraria Norandino. The beans are processed and the granules are produced in Germany.
Taste and Use
Piura Blanco has a clear and fruity taste with notes of red berries, cherry, and pecan. The granules are suitable for cocoa drinks, porridge, and desserts; the block is intended for larger quantities.
Preparation
Mix approximately 20–25 g of granules with 200 ml of water or plant-based drink heated to 60–70 °C, or froth it. Do not boil. Season or sweeten to taste.
Contents and Sizes
Ingredient: 100% organic cocoa mass. 35 g, 250 g, 500 g, and 1,000 g as granules; 17 kg as a pressed block. Organic control body according to the manufacturer: DE-ÖKO-006, non-EU agriculture.
Nutritional Values per 100 g
| Energy |
2595 kJ / 629 kcal |
| Fat |
56.1 g |
| of which saturates |
32.9 g |
| Carbohydrates |
10.6 g |
| of which sugars |
< 0.1 g |
| Protein |
12.6 g |
| Salt |
< 0.01 g |
Storage and Information
Store in a cool, dry place away from light. Cocoa naturally contains caffeine and theobromine. Information on the best before date, traces of allergens, and the responsible food business operator is on the product packaging. Shipping costs are calculated and displayed at checkout.
Traceability
The manufacturer states that the Piura Blanco cultivation areas of the Norandino cooperative are georeferenced and traceable down to the individual plot.
