milk chocolate · 49% cacao · Costa Rica

Encyclopedia of Chocolates Naive Lithuania Crossover

by Encyclopedia of Chocolates Naive · Limón, Costa Rica · rated 4.6/5

This chocolate unfurls like a coastal breeze, where the brine and seaweed notes evoke the crisp clarity of ocean air, balanced by a pillowy marshmallow sweetness that melts into whispers of black pepper and dark berries. The buttery texture coats the palate luxuriously, with a finish that lingers like a memory you can’t quite let go of, evolving between savory and sweet with remarkable finesse.

Tasting profile

OriginLimón, Costa Rica
Bean varietyTrinitario
Cacao49%
Intensity5/10
Aciditylow
Bitternesslow
Sweetnessmedium
Texturebuttery
Finishevolving, persistent persistence
Roast profilemedium-dark
Primary notesbrine, seaweed, marshmallow
Secondary notesblack pepper, blueberry, açai
Flavor familiessavory_umami, fruity
Ingredientscacao beans, sugar, milk powder
Dietarygluten-free
Allergensmilk
AwardsFCIA Recognition of Excellence, Academy of Chocolate - Silver, Great Taste Award - 2 Stars

Pairings

Beverages: pour-over coffee, café latte

Food: aged cheddar

Questions

What does Encyclopedia of Chocolates Naive Lithuania Crossover taste like?

Complex chocolate from Limón, Costa Rica with dominant notes of brine, seaweed. Secondary flavors of black pepper, blueberry emerge as it melts. Evolving finish with persistent persistence.

What drinks pair well with Encyclopedia of Chocolates Naive Lithuania Crossover?

Recommended beverage pairings: pour-over coffee, café latte. Food pairings: aged cheddar.

How intense is Encyclopedia of Chocolates Naive Lithuania Crossover?

Intensity 5/10, low bitterness, low acidity, medium sweetness, with a buttery texture and a evolving finish of persistent persistence.

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