Cocoa Mass - Venezuela Amazonas
Venezuelan cacao stands out for its smooth, harmoniously balanced flavor. Notes of spices, ripe banana and melon come together with a delicate honey-like sweetness. The finish reveals herbal and forest aromas, giving the cacao its distinctive Amazonian character.
Flavor notes: spices, banana, melon, honey.
Where it is grown
This cacao is grown in Venezuela’s Alto Orinoco region, where cacao farms can only be reached by river in traditional local boats or via long unpaved roads. The cacao trees grow surrounded by tropical rainforest alongside other plant species, helping to preserve biodiversity. Due to the region’s limited accessibility and small harvests, this cacao is exceptionally rare on the international market.
Cacao variety
Forastero
What makes Venezuelan cacao special:
- Grown in the Venezuelan Amazon region.
- 100% cacao, with no added sugar, suitable for vegans.
- The cacao comes in irregular 10–20 g pieces. It is relatively firm and may be more difficult to cut.
- Before being ground into a smooth cacao mass, the cacao beans were lightly roasted.
Country
Venezuela
Ingredients
100% cacao beans
Nutrition information
Nutritional value per 100 g:
- Energy value: 2539 kJ / 616 kcal
- Fat: 55 g
- Of which saturated fatty acids: 34 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Of which sugars: 0 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Salt: 0.03 g
Appearance
This cocoa mass, unlike chocolate, is not tempered, so its appearance may differ from the photos provided. Cocoa mass can be light brown, porous in texture, crumble easily, and the package may contain smaller pieces.
This is completely normal and does not affect the taste or quality of the cocoa – this is what 100% cocoa mass looks like when it is not processed using industrial methods.
Benefits
- Source of antioxidants
- May help regulate cholesterol levels
- Cocoa may improve blood circulation and brain function
- May stimulate endorphin production
Cocoa Mass - Venezuela Amazonas
Cocoa preparation instructions
Choose cocoa intensity
10–15 g – for a light cocoa drink
25–35 g – for a medium-strength drink
35–40 g – for a strong ceremonial drink
1 teaspoon of ground cocoa – approximately 5 g.
Prepare one cup
Mix 10-30g of cocoa with ¾ cup of hot water. If desired, add some plant-based drink and your preferred sweetener.
Mix and enjoy
If necessary, break or chop the cocoa. Put all ingredients into a blender and blend for 1 minute. Pour into a mug and enjoy your warm drink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is cocoa liquor?
Cocoa mass is ground cocoa beans. It is a 100% cocoa product that naturally contains both cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
How to prepare a cocoa drink from cocoa mass?
Dissolve the cocoa mass in hot water, milk or a plant-based drink. You can add sweetener, cinnamon, cardamom or other spices to taste.
How much cocoa mass to use per cup?
For a lighter drink, use about 10-15g, for a medium-strength drink – 20-25g, and for a richer, ritualistic drink – about 30-40g.
Does cocoa mass have added sugar?
No, pure cocoa mass has no added sugar, milk, or artificial additives. Its taste is rich, intense, and naturally bitter.
How does cocoa mass differ from cocoa powder?
Cocoa mass is naturally fatty because it retains cocoa butter, making its taste richer and its texture thicker. In cocoa powder, most of the cocoa butter has been removed, making it drier, lighter, and convenient for use in baked goods and desserts.