dark chocolate · 60% cacao · Ghana

Acarigua Weiss France Semi-Dark Naked

by Acarigua Weiss · Western, Ghana · rated 4.8/5

The first bite unfurls with the delicate green freshness of dewy meadows, layered with the faint florality of pressed rose petals. A surprising yet elegant tang of pickle brine and sauerkraut dances mid-palate, balanced by a whisper of ginger heat, all melting into a smooth cascade with a dry, lingering finish that refuses to be forgotten. It's a chocolate both tender and unconventional, whispering romance in every nuanced note.

Tasting profile

OriginWestern, Ghana
Bean varietyCriollo
Cacao60%
Intensity5/10
Acidityvery low
Bitternesslow
Sweetnesslow
Texturesmooth
Finishdry, persistent persistence
Roast profilemedium
Primary notesgreen, hay, rose
Secondary notespickle, sauerkraut, ginger
Flavor familiesfloral, herbal_vegetal
Ingredientscacao beans, sugar, cocoa butter
Dietaryvegan, gluten-free
Allergens
AwardsBest Dark Chocolate, Salon du Chocolat Award

Pairings

Beverages: pour-over coffee, pinot noir

Food: fresh fruit

Questions

What does Acarigua Weiss France Semi-Dark Naked taste like?

Delicate chocolate from Western, Ghana with dominant notes of green, hay. Secondary flavors of pickle, sauerkraut emerge as it melts. Dry finish with persistent persistence.

What drinks pair well with Acarigua Weiss France Semi-Dark Naked?

Recommended beverage pairings: pour-over coffee, pinot noir. Food pairings: fresh fruit.

How intense is Acarigua Weiss France Semi-Dark Naked?

Intensity 5/10, low bitterness, very low acidity, low sweetness, with a smooth texture and a dry finish of persistent persistence.

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