dark chocolate · 94% cacao · Mexico

Mexiqueel Tulipanla Noria A. France Semi-Dark Naked Mexico Criollo

by Mexiqueel Tulipanla Noria A. · Veracruz, Mexico · rated 4.7/5

A commanding yet oddly comforting experience, this 94% Veracruz Criollo unfolds with a briny whisper of anchovy that melts into earthy mushroom umami, before yielding to an unexpected tropical brightness of mango and plum. The texture is waxy, almost meditative, while the finish lingers with an evolving interplay of tangy yogurt and smoky mahogany, like stepping through layers of a dense, fragrant forest. Its bitterness is bold, unapologetic, yet strangely harmonious, leaving you craving its persistent complexity.

Tasting profile

OriginVeracruz, Mexico
Bean varietyNacional
Cacao94%
Intensity9/10
Acidityvery low
Bitternessvery high
Sweetnesslow
Texturewaxy
Finishevolving, persistent persistence
Roast profiledark
Primary notesanchovy, mushroom, mango, plum
Secondary notesyogurt, dulce de leche, mahogany, birch
Flavor familiesearthy, fruity, sweet
Ingredientscacao beans, sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla
Dietaryvegan, gluten-free, keto-friendly
Allergens
AwardsGood Food Award Finalist, Great Taste Award - 3 Stars, International Chocolate Awards - Silver

Pairings

Beverages: espresso

Food: aged cheddar

Questions

What does Mexiqueel Tulipanla Noria A. France Semi-Dark Naked Mexico Criollo taste like?

Delicate chocolate from Veracruz, Mexico with dominant notes of anchovy, mushroom. Secondary flavors of yogurt, dulce de leche emerge as it melts. Evolving finish with persistent persistence.

What drinks pair well with Mexiqueel Tulipanla Noria A. France Semi-Dark Naked Mexico Criollo?

Recommended beverage pairings: espresso. Food pairings: aged cheddar.

How intense is Mexiqueel Tulipanla Noria A. France Semi-Dark Naked Mexico Criollo?

Intensity 9/10, very high bitterness, very low acidity, low sweetness, with a waxy texture and a evolving finish of persistent persistence.

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