dark chocolate · 74% cacao · Dominican Republic

The Nēnē Lonohana USA Dark Crossover Hawai'i USA

by The Nēnē Lonohana · La Altagracia, Dominican Republic

This dark chocolate unfolds like a contemplative ocean breeze, its briny seaweed and salt notes dancing over the palate with a whisper of toasted bread crust. A sultry undercurrent of port emerges mid-taste, adding a velvety sweetness that contrasts beautifully with its buttery texture and refined bitterness. The finish is luxuriously long, as if the waves themselves are reluctant to retreat.

Tasting profile

OriginLa Altagracia, Dominican Republic

Bean varietyTrinitario

Cacao74%

Intensity6/10

Aciditylow

Bitternessmedium

Sweetnesslow

Primary notesseaweed, salt, toast

Secondary notesport

Flavor familiessavory_umami, winey_fermented

Ingredientscacao beans, sugar

Dietaryvegan, gluten-free, keto-friendly

Allergens

Pairings

Beverages: pour-over coffee

Food: aged cheddar, gorgonzola, charcuterie

Questions

What does The Nēnē Lonohana USA Dark Crossover Hawai'i USA taste like?

Complex chocolate with dominant notes of seaweed, salt. Secondary flavors of port emerge as it melts. Lingering finish with long persistence.

What drinks pair well with The Nēnē Lonohana USA Dark Crossover Hawai'i USA?

Recommended beverage pairings: pour-over coffee. Food pairings: aged cheddar, gorgonzola, charcuterie.

How intense is The Nēnē Lonohana USA Dark Crossover Hawai'i USA?

Intensity 6/10, medium bitterness, low acidity, low sweetness.

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