Cacao Hunters

Cacao Hunters - Tumaco Leche 53%

60 g Fine Milk Chocolate
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Regular price $10.00 USD
Sale price $10.00 USD Regular price

The World's Top Milk Chocolate Bars 2024

International Chocolate Awards 2024

Origin & Craftsmanship

  • Single-origin milk chocolate crafted from Tumaco’s native cacao—grown along Colombia’s Pacific coastline, where lush jungles meet pristine beaches. It’s made at origin, honoring traditional farming rhythms and close collaboration with local Afro-Colombian and Indigenous communities.

  • This bar embodies Cacao Hunters' mission to support heritage cacao cultivation and bring sustainable income to Colombian farmers.

Flavor Profile & Texture

  • Taste Notes: Smooth and approachable, it unfolds with comforting flavors of caramel, nuts, and spices—a harmonious milk chocolate profile grounded in its tropical terroir.

  • Mouthfeel: Velvety and rich, yet light and joyful—“rich, creamy, easy to like” according to a customer review.

  • One reviewer described it as “dulce... two creamy squares humming with toffee, toasted milk, and lemony notes,” highlighting its layered, nuanced charm.

Ingredients & Allergen Info

  • Crafted with cacao beans, cane sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter, and soy lecithin. Please note it contains milk and soy, and may carry traces of tree nuts.

Awards & Recognition

  • A celebrated winner at the International Chocolate Awards, earning Silver medals in 2016, 2020, and 2022, as well as a Bronze in 2023—testament to its consistent quality and refined flavor.

Why It’s Special

  • Warm & Inviting: Its milk-chocolate sweetness is elevated with caramel richness and subtle spice, making it simultaneously comforting and distinctive.

  • Meaningful Story: Supporting this bar means uplifting Colombian cacao communities, preserving cultural farming practices, and championing bean-to-bar transparency.

  • Accessible Excellence: At 53% cacao, it hits a perfect middle ground—indulgent and flavorful, yet easy for newcomers or those seeking a refined everyday chocolate.

Tasting & Pairing Suggestions

  • Savor Slowly: Let it melt gently to fully experience the progression from caramel sweetness to nutty undertones and spicy echoes.

  • Great Pairings: Enjoy with medium roast Colombian coffee, floral black tea, or a lightly spiced chai to complement its layered profile.

  • Versatile Use: Chop into granola bowls, melt over fruit, or melt into creamy desserts for an extra touch of richness.

Summary

The Tumaco Leche 53% Milk Chocolate bar is a beautifully balanced, heritage-rich chocolate—carrying creamy caramel and nutty notes with a hint of spice, all grounded in a story of origin, community, and craftsmanship. It’s a welcoming, award-winning delight that feels both familiar and thoughtful with every bite.

Soy Free, Gluten Free, Not Alkalized, No Lecithin, Vegan

Cacao Hunters is a Colombian bean-to-bar chocolatier dedicated to spotlighting rare heirloom cacao from diverse Colombian regions. Their collection centers on single-origin bars—each a sensory journey through unique terroirs like rainforest, coastal marshlands, and high-altitude valleys. Standouts include:

Sierra Nevada 64% – Fruity and aromatic, with forest and coffee undertones.

Tumaco – Available in bold 82% dark (rainforest depth) and smooth 53% milk (caramel‑nut‑spice balance).

Arauca 70% – Rich, well-rounded, with subtle fruit and floral notes.

Arhuacos 72% – Bright citrus, green grape, and herbal layers; produced by the Arhuaco Indigenous community.

100% Colombia – Pure, intense cacao for purists, also offered in mini bars.

They also offer a sampler of mini bars for exploring multiple flavor profiles. Cacao Hunters is celebrated for their direct-trade ethics, biodiversity preservation, and numerous awards. Each bar delivers both exceptional taste—ranging from fruity brightness to bold intensity—and meaningful social impact through farm-to-bar traceability and community support.

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Cocoa, sugar, powdered milk, cocoa butter, and sunflower lecithin.

Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and strong odors. Store at maximum
18 ° C in its original packaging

Our chocolate makers proudly refrain from using any artificial stabilizers or preservatives in their products, making their creations more temperature-sensitive compared to other premium chocolates.

To ensure the optimal taste experience, it's advisable to store our chocolates in a cool, dry place where the temperature hovers between 16°C and 18°C. Please refrain from refrigerating our chocolates, as this may cause sugar crystallization due to increased humidity, altering their texture and flavor.

On the contrary, if stored in excessively high temperatures, cocoa butter may separate and form a white film on the chocolate's surface. This loss of cocoa butter can lead to the chocolate drying out and, consequently, a potential alteration in flavor. Your mindful storage practices will help preserve the integrity of our delectable chocolates.

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