{"product_id":"dominican-republic-224","title":"Dominican Republic Öko Caribe 72% Medium Roast Chocolate – Recipe 224","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from premium organic, Fair Trade Öko Caribe cacao beans from the Dominican Republic, this 72% medium roast artisan chocolate bar reveals the rich, complex flavors of the cocoa. The medium roast brings forward distinctive notes of blackcurrant, caramel, and vanilla, highlighting the beans’ natural depth. Slow stone grinding creates a silky texture, while a subtle conche process refines the chocolate, enhancing its smooth, well-rounded flavors. A touch of added cocoa butter enhances its melt on the palate, offering a rich and indulgent experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eWe’ve been honored with over 20 national and international awards for our artisan chocolate made with Öko Caribe cocoa. Our medium roast 72% bar has received these awards:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver - Academy of Chocolate 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze - Academy of Chocolate 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze - Academy of Chocolate 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze - Academy of Chocolate 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze - Academy of Chocolate 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze - International Chocolate Awards 2020-2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze - International Chocolate Awards 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver - Academy of Chocolate 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver - International Chocolate Awards 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver - International Chocolate Awards 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold - International Chocolate Awards 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e: Organic Cocoa Beans, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Cocoa Butter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nut Free, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Dominican Republic Öko Caribe Artisan Dark Chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frescochocolate.mom\/products\/dominican-republic-212\" title=\"Dominican Republic Öko Caribe 72% Medium Roast Artisan Dark Chocolate – Recipe 224\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72% Light Roast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frescochocolate.mom\/products\/oko-caribe-100-limited-release\" title=\"Dominican Republic Öko Caribe 100% Medium Roast Artisan Dark Chocolate – Recipe 233\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Medium Roast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Öko Caribe Cocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNestled in the heart of the cacao-rich Duarte province of the Dominican Republic, Öko Caribe consistently produces some of the highest-quality cocoa we have worked with. With more than 50 years of combined experience in cocoa, owners Adriano de Jesus Rodriguez and Gualberto Acebey Torrejon have fine-tuned their systems to ensure consistent, superior quality in their 500+ tons of annual production. This cocoa is meticulously hand-sorted, ensuring exceptional consistency and ease of use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eÖko Caribe supports its 127 producers with technical training, agronomic expertise, and organic certification. In addition, owners Adriano and Gualberto have personal relationships with all producers, offering microfinance loans for cocoa-related expenses, as well as personal loans for family emergencies or other community needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor several years, we've partnered with Uncommon Cacao in the U.S., which works directly with Öko Caribe to source and distribute these exceptional beans. The Dominican Republic is a globally important producer and pioneer of organic cocoa, and Öko Caribe is well recognized as a leader in the country for its consistency in quality and excellent flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the craftsmanship and nuanced flavors of this award-winning artisan dark chocolate—a testament to quality, sustainability, and fine chocolate-making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medium Roast, Medium Conche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37043152193,"sku":"","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/3285\/files\/Oko224.jpg?v=1685173272","url":"https:\/\/frescochocolate.mom\/products\/dominican-republic-224","provider":"FRESCO CHOCOLATE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}