dark chocolate · 71% cacao · Ecuador

Raw Nibs Nova Monda USA Nibs Earthen Ecuador

by Raw Nibs Nova Monda · Manabí, Ecuador · rated 4.8/5

This chocolate opens with a gentle burst of dragon fruit's tropical allure, quickly deepening into a velvety maple warmth. Subtle notes of lavender and thyme dance on the palate, giving way to a whisper of oceanic salt and iodine that lingers in a creamy, almost meditative finish. Each bite feels like a story unfolding, refined yet grounded in its earthy Ecuadorian roots.

Tasting profile

OriginManabí, Ecuador
Bean varietyNacional
Cacao71%
Intensity6/10
Acidityvery low
Bitternessmedium
Sweetnesslow
Texturecreamy
Finishevolving, long persistence
Roast profilecustom
Primary notesdragon fruit, maple
Secondary noteslavender, thyme, iodine, salt
Flavor familiesherbal_vegetal, savory_umami
Ingredientscacao beans, sugar, vanilla
Dietaryvegan, gluten-free, keto-friendly
Allergens
AwardsBest Flavored Bar, International Chocolate Awards - Gold, Academy of Chocolate - Silver

Pairings

Beverages: pour-over coffee

Food: fresh fruit

Questions

What does Raw Nibs Nova Monda USA Nibs Earthen Ecuador taste like?

Delicate chocolate from Manabí, Ecuador with dominant notes of dragon fruit, maple. Secondary flavors of lavender, thyme emerge as it melts. Evolving finish with long persistence.

What drinks pair well with Raw Nibs Nova Monda USA Nibs Earthen Ecuador?

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

How intense is Raw Nibs Nova Monda USA Nibs Earthen Ecuador?

Intensity 6/10, medium bitterness, very low acidity, low sweetness, with a creamy texture and a evolving finish of long persistence.

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