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dark chocolate · 83% cacao · Philippines

Scharfes Schaf Austria Flavored Spices/Herbs Nicaragua Blend

by Scharfes Schaf · Batangas, Philippines · rated 4.8/5

This chocolate is a bold dance of contrasts, beginning with a slow, smoky warmth from the chili that blooms into a nutty sesame richness, all while whispers of cardamom and tangy passion fruit flirt at the edges. The buttery texture gently coats the palate, leaving a lingering finish that oscillates between the fiery spice and the tropical, almost floral sweetness of lychee. It's an adventure that evolves with every bite, daring yet balanced.

Tasting profile

OriginBatangas, Philippines
Bean varietyCriollo
Cacao83%
Intensity6/10
Aciditymedium
Bitternessmedium-high
Sweetnesslow
Texturebuttery
Finishcomplex, persistent persistence
Roast profilecustom
Primary noteschili, sesame, chia
Secondary notescardamom, passion fruit, lychee
Flavor familiesfruity, spicy, herbal_vegetal
Ingredientscacao beans, sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla
Dietaryvegan, gluten-free, keto-friendly
Allergens
AwardsAcademy of Chocolate - Silver

Pairings

Beverages: pour-over coffee

Food: fresh fruit

Questions

What does Scharfes Schaf Austria Flavored Spices/Herbs Nicaragua Blend taste like?

Intense chocolate from Batangas, Philippines with dominant notes of chili, sesame. Secondary flavors of cardamom, passion fruit emerge as it melts. Complex finish with persistent persistence.

What drinks pair well with Scharfes Schaf Austria Flavored Spices/Herbs Nicaragua Blend?

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

How intense is Scharfes Schaf Austria Flavored Spices/Herbs Nicaragua Blend?

Intensity 6/10, medium-high bitterness, medium acidity, low sweetness, with a buttery texture and a complex finish of persistent persistence.

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