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São Tomé
Prices upon requestAfter the Portuguese introduced cacao to Principe, the small island became the gateway of cacao to Africa. From there cacao was brought to its sister island of São Tomé and later on into mainland West Africa. The bittersweet history of cacao on both islands was reflected in the neglect of plantations and crops for many decades. Nowadays, it has regained strength and has become an important source of income for many smallholder farmers who are proud of their contribution to the country's production. -
Cuba Baracoa – COMING SOON
Prices upon requestSugar cane, tobacco, wood from an oak rum barrel, tropical fruit: Cuban cacao takes you through a surprising and delightful trip through its homeland's most iconic flavours. The genetics on the island have remained unchanged for many decades, not unlike the classic American cars that have become a symbol of the island. -
Deodorized Cocoa Butter
Prices upon requestPure prime pressed deodorized cocoa butter produced in Europe. Packaged in lined cartons of 25 kg. -
Madagascar Sambirano No 1
Prices upon requestThe Sambirano Valley is named after the river that drains the rich and fertile soils of the region. It is the main cocoa production area on the island and accounts for about 99% of the country's total cocoa volumes. About 33 thousand small holder farmers are involved in cacao farming and are proud of contributing to the country's reputation as a fine flavour cocoa exporter. -
Papua New Guinea – COMING SOON
Prices upon requestSince its introduction in the 20th century to Papua New Guinea, cacao went from being grown by a few plantations to becoming a cash crop grown by small holder farmers in different regions. Nowadays over one million cocoa farmers contribute to the production of more than 40 thousand tons of cocoa beans. Through national and international efforts, the quality and diversity of PNG cacao has received increased exposure and recognition. -
Bolivia Central de Cooperativas El Ceibo
Prices upon requestNine cooperatives founded El Ceibo in 1971 as a second level cooperative and since then, it has grown to include more than 47 cooperatives that represent over 1300 producer families from the different cacao production areas in Bolivia. The organization is run by family members of the associates and oversees not only the technical support of the farms and the production of predominantly organic cacao, but also the manufacture of semi-processed products and chocolate. El Ceibo and all of its proud members are linked by their cacao heritage and their commitment to producing top quality cacao and chocolate. -
El Salvador Hacienda San José Real de la Carrera – COMING SOON
Prices upon requestLocated in Usulután, in the south-east of El Salvador, Hacienda San José is an emblematic name in the region. Founded over 125 ears ago, the Hacienda was seized by the government during the Agrarian Revolution. Years later, the family bought back their land with plans to reinstate the Hacienda to its once former glory. -
Madagascar Mava Préparation Organic
Prices upon requestMAVA Préparation is a special blend of cacaos prepared for Daarnhouwer from different MAVA farms and adjacent small holder farms. A blend of very Madagascan flavours! -
Venezuela Sur del Lago
Prices upon requestThroughout the years, Daarnhouwer has developed ties with producers and exporters in origin that sometimes span generations. We are proud of working with exporters in Venezuela with whom we have been in contact now for three generations. -
São Tomé Organic
Prices upon requestAfter the Portuguese introduced cacao to Principe, the small island became the gateway of cacao to Africa. From there cacao was brought to its sister island of São Tomé and later on into mainland West Africa. The bittersweet history of cacao on both islands was reflected in the neglect of plantations and crops for many decades. Nowadays, it has regained strength and has become an important source of income for many smallholder farmers who are proud of their contribution to the country's production. -
Jamaica First Grade Sun Dried
Prices upon requestWith an annual cacao harvest averaging around 100-150 tons per year, Jamaica currently exports about 90% of its annual production. Until recently, the beans underwent a "polishing" process that gave them a unique outward appearance. This process is no longer used on the beans but the richness and depth of flavours remains. -
Tanzania Kokoa Kamili Organic
Prices upon requestSince its foundation, Kokoa Kamili has had a deep commitment to benefitting the farmers it works with and to quality. Their cocoa beans are found in award winning chocolate bars, couvertures and chocolate products around the world. Kokoa Kamili earned a much coveted spot amongst the world's 18 best cacaos at the 2017 edition of the Cacao of Excellence Awards. -
São Tomé CECAQ 11 Organic + Fair Trade Certified
Prices upon requestAfter the Portuguese introduced cacao to Principe, this small West African island became the gateway of cacao to the mainland. From Principe, cacao trees were introduced to its sister island of São Tomé and later brought to Ghana. The bittersweet history of cacao on both islands was reflected in the neglect of plantations and crops for many decades. Nowadays, it has regained strength and has become an important source of income for many smallholder farmers who are proud of their contribution to the country's production. -
Vietnam Anh Em B10 – COMING SOON
Prices upon requestThe challenges T Bros founders Thong and Thang had experienced while trying to source good quality beans for their chocolate bars and products inspired them to found Anh Em Cacao in 2017. Even though cocoa beans could be found everywhere, they realized that there was still much work to be done at post-harvesting level. T-Bros own their own plantation in the Dak Lak province and work with small hold farmers in the Ba Ria, Ben Tre and Dak Lak provinces. -
Ghana ABOCFA Organic + Fairtrade
Prices upon requestABOCFA is the first and only cooperative in Ghana to be granted a double Fairtrade and Organic certification. Its members are distributed over 13 districts in the Eastern Municipality of Suhum. -
Vietnam Anh Em B14 – COMING SOON
Prices upon requestThe challenges T Bros founders Thong and Thang had experienced while trying to source good quality beans for their chocolate bars and products inspired them to found Anh Em Cacao in 2017. Even though cocoa beans could be found everywhere, they realized that there was still much work to be done at post-harvesting level. T-Bros own their own plantation in the Dak Lak province and work with small hold farmers in the Ba Ria, Ben Tre and Dak Lak provinces. -
Ghana Conventional
Prices upon requestGhana is the second largest cacao exporter in the world, having produced between 800 to around 960 thousand tons a year in the past. However, the country has experienced a steady decline in production during the last years and is now experiencing a dramatic shortage in production. Severe disease, weather changes, loss of land and climate change are some of the reasons behind this shortage. -
Ecuador ASS – COMING SOON
Prices upon requestHave you ever asked yourself what each of the abbreviations used for Ecuadorean cacao stand for? A classification of Ecuadorean cacao was developed by the Ecuadorean government to indicate different types of quality including the degree of fermentation, size and weight of the beans as well as the percentage of defects. The abbreviation A.S.S. is one of these categories and stands for: Arriba Superior Selecto. -
Madagascar Mava Ottange Organic
Prices upon requestMAVA Ottange is a 7 hectare farm located in the Sambirano Valley and part of a group of farms that make up the MAVA Estate. This former state owned plantation has its own unique blend of genetics that are carefully fermented and dried on their own post harvesting facility. Ottange was recognized amongst the world's best 18 cacaos of 2017 by the International Cacao of Excellence Awards. Its flavours have also contributed to award winning chocolate at the Academy of Chocolate Awards, the Great Taste Awards and the International Chocolate Awards. -
Peru Tamshiyacu Iquitos
Prices upon requestThrough extensive genetic studies, the origin of the different Theobroma species was determined to be located in the Upper Amazon Valley which comprises parts of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela and Brazil. This rich diversity lives on to our current days and is showcased by each one of these countries. -
Venezuela Carenero Superior
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Bolivia EL CONDOR Central de Cooperativas El Ceibo
Prices upon requestWhen visiting our partners of El Ceibo, they proudly showed us a small lot of beans they set aside each harvest at their centralized fermentation facility. The cocoa beans were so big we couldn't help but compare them with the giant of the Bolivian Andes - the Andean Condor. Introducing "El Condor" - big in flavour and size! -
Ghana Kuapa Kokoo Fairtrade
Prices upon requestKuapa Kokoo, which means ‘good cocoa farming’ in Twi, was founded in 1993 by a number of leading cocoa farmers who recognized the benefits of organizing farmers and creating a company to market their own cocoa. The co-operative is also co-owner of the Divine Chocolate Company in the UK which markets chocolate products made from their own cocoa beans. -
Madagascar Mava Maliolio Organic
Prices upon requestMaliolio Plantation is located in the middle of a string of plantations that go from North to South along the Sambirano Valley and which together make up the MAVA Estate. Each of the farms has its own unique mix of genetics and terroir which produce very distinctive flavours. MAVA proudly showcases different flavours of cacao found on the island. Discover the one that suits your chocolate personality the most!