{"title":"Limited Edition Artisan Chocolate","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery now and then, we come across cacao that is truly extraordinary. When that happens, you can discover our latest creations right here!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresco’s Limited Edition collection features rare and distinctive artisan bars crafted from exceptional cacao. Highlights include the 2014 Reserve Papua New Guinea bar, aged for 10 years, and the rare Venezuelan Chuao bars in 72%, 82%, and 100% cacao—each offering a unique expression of this celebrated origin. These exclusive bars deliver a one-of-a-kind tasting experience for chocolate explorers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chuao-venezuela","title":"Venezuela CHUAO 72% Blended Roast Chocolate - LIMITED","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Rare \u0026amp; Exquisite Dark Chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChuao cacao is among the most revered in the world, celebrated for its purity and rich, complex flavor. Nestled in the northern coastal mountains of Venezuela, the village of Chuao has cultivated its prized cacao for generations, using traditional methods of fermentation and sun-drying in historic courtyards. Chocolate enthusiasts covet its clean, nuanced flavor—a true expression of terroir and craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Fresco Chocolate, we were honored to receive a small shipment of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Chuao cacao from the 2020 harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a rare opportunity to work with such exceptional beans. We spent time carefully crafting a chocolate that does justice to this cacao’s heritage, experimenting with roast levels, conche profiles, and cacao percentages. After extensive testing, we found that a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblended roast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—combining light and medium-roasted Chuao chocolate—created an intricate balance of flavors. To further enhance depth and intensity, we incorporated a small amount of dark-roasted Chuao chocolate, much like adding a finishing touch of seasoning to a fine dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenezuela Chuao 72%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblended roast, subtle conche\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e artisan dark chocolate that showcases the full complexity of this legendary cacao. Bright fruit notes harmonize with deeper, roasted undertones, delivering a refined, layered experience that lingers on the palate. We hope our interpretation of this coveted origin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexceeds your expectations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eChuao Cocoa Beans, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Cocoa Butter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Information: \u003c\/strong\u003eNut Free, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover more about this legendary cocoa origin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frescochocolate.mom\/blogs\/news\/chuao-venezuela-s-legendary-cocoa-village\" title=\"Chuao blog post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Light Roast, Subtle Conche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40871303151772,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/3285\/files\/Chuao72.jpg?v=1741713202"},{"product_id":"chuao-82-light-roast","title":"Venezuela CHUAO 82% Light Roast Chocolate - LIMITED","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Bold \u0026amp; Pure Dark Chocolate Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChuao cacao is among the most sought-after in the world, renowned for its pristine flavor and rich complexity. Grown in the secluded northern coastal mountains of Venezuela, Chuao cacao is carefully fermented and sun-dried in the village’s historic courtyards—an artisanal tradition that has been preserved for generations. Chocolate enthusiasts cherish its unmistakable purity, making it a true gem in the world of fine chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresco Chocolate was honored to receive a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmall shipment of authentic Chuao cacao from the 2020 harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing us to craft an artisan dark chocolate bar that celebrates this rare origin. Our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eVenezuela Chuao 82%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a carefully refined interpretation of Chuao’s most \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epure, unfiltered flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo showcase its complexity, we use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elight roast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing delicate, slightly fruity notes reminiscent of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecrème fraîche\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to emerge. Days of stone grinding create a smooth, silky texture, while a touch of natural cane sugar balances any bitterness—giving Chuao’s signature flavor profile the spotlight it deserves. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epinch of added cocoa butter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enhances the melt, dispersing the chocolate’s deep, nuanced flavors across the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a conching process—applying heat and aeration—removes any lingering unwanted flavors from roasting, refining the chocolate to its ultimate expression. The result is a dark chocolate bar that is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eelegant, intense, and deeply satisfying\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We hope our interpretation of this legendary cacao \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexceeds your expectations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eChuao Cocoa Beans, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Cocoa Butter\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Information: \u003c\/strong\u003eNut Free, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover more about this legendary cocoa origin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Chuao blog post\" href=\"https:\/\/frescochocolate.mom\/blogs\/news\/chuao-venezuela-s-legendary-cocoa-village\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Light Roast, Subtle Conche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41762448834716,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/3285\/files\/Chuao82.jpg?v=1741713201"},{"product_id":"chuao-100-light-roast","title":"Venezuela CHUAO 100% Light Roast Chocolate - LIMITED","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Cacao, Unmatched Complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor those who seek the purest chocolate experience, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eVenezuela Chuao 100%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an unfiltered journey into one of the world's most revered cacaos. Chuao, a small village in the northern coastal mountains of Venezuela, has produced some of the finest cacao for generations. Fermented and sun-dried in ancestral courtyards, Chuao cacao is known for its clean, complex flavor—highly coveted by chocolate enthusiasts around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresco Chocolate was fortunate to receive a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmall shipment of authentic Chuao cacao from the 2020 harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing us to create this rare, single-ingredient artisan chocolate. Crafting a flavorful 100% dark chocolate is a delicate art, requiring precision at every step to balance depth and smoothness. We began with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003every light roast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, carefully coaxing out Chuao’s natural complexity and subtle fruit-forward notes reminiscent of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecrème fraîche\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Days of stone grinding result in a silky, refined texture, allowing the cacao’s depth to unfold effortlessly on the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a conching process—using heat and aeration—smooths out any remaining harsh notes from roasting, ensuring a well-rounded and deeply satisfying experience. The result is a dark chocolate that is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eintensely bold, yet elegantly nuanced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a true expression of Chuao’s unparalleled quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo sugar. No additives. Just pure, rare cacao in its most authentic form. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Chuao in its purest state.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eChuao Cocoa Beans\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Information: \u003c\/strong\u003eNut Free, Soy Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more about this legendary cocoa origin \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frescochocolate.mom\/blogs\/news\/chuao-venezuela-s-legendary-cocoa-village\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chuao blog post\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHERE.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Light Roast, Subtle Conche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41770696376476,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/3285\/files\/Chuao100.jpg?v=1741713204"},{"product_id":"100-medallions-for-home-chefs","title":"100% Medallions for Baking, Drinking \u0026 Tasting","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"83\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure, single-origin chocolate—no sugar, no distractions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure cacao. 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Just carefully sourced cocoa beans, roasted and refined to highlight their natural flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach one-pound bag contains smooth, easy-to-melt medallions, perfect for baking, drinking chocolate, sauces, or tasting pure cacao as it was meant to be experienced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍫 Choose Your 100% Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGhana Chocolate from Three Mountains Cacao\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur most popular 100% chocolate, now available in a one-pound medallion bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional cacao is sourced from the Mirasa Hills Forest Reserve in south-central Ghana and cultivated by our trusted partners at Three Mountains Cocoa, who are committed to sustainable, high-quality farming practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafting an outstanding 100% chocolate is a delicate balance. Our medium roast draws out the natural depth of this Ghanaian cacao, developing rich fudgy notes layered with hints of roasted nuts and warm spice. A subtle conche cycle refines the texture, smoothing the edges while preserving the cacao’s bold character - surprisingly approachable for a 100%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1658\" data-start=\"1384\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruity Blend - Complex and Surprisingly Subtle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Fruity Blend 100% Chocolate Medallions are crafted for those who love exploring the natural character of cacao. This unique blend brings together single-origin chocolates made from cocoa beans grown in \u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua, Guatemala, Ghana, Madagascar, Dominican Republic, and Peru.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pure cacao blend reveals a lively spectrum of flavors, from bright red fruit and citrus to deeper cocoa and subtle spice. Each origin contributes its own personality, creating a balanced and expressive chocolate that is both vibrant and complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"596\"\u003eFor foodies and home chefs, these medallions are more than just chocolate—they're an invitation to experiment, elevate, and indulge. \u003cstrong data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"729\"\u003eUnleash your creativity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eOrganic Cocoa Beans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Information: \u003c\/strong\u003eNut Free, Soy Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGet inspired with 100% Chocolate! 🍫✨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"145\" data-start=\"21\"\u003eSubstitute our 100% Medallions into any of our recipes for a bolder, deeper chocolate experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"145\" data-start=\"21\"\u003eWatch Amy \u0026amp; Rob share expert tips for making the perfect chocolate chip cookies and rich drinking chocolate \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Favorite artisan chocolate chip cookies and artisan drinking chocolate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=666645193915173\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"142\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"242\" data-start=\"147\"\u003eJoin Amy as she reveals the \u003cstrong data-end=\"197\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eBEST brownies EVER\u003c\/strong\u003e—you won’t want to miss this \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Best artisan chocolate brownies\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=1112249595828438\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"239\" data-start=\"226\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"242\" data-start=\"147\"\u003eInterested in exploring \u003cstrong\u003eceremonial cacao\u003c\/strong\u003e drinks? 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