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Friis-Holm - Madagascar Fast Dried, 64%
Friis-Holm

Friis-Holm - Madagascar Fast Dried, 64%

Fine Dark Chocolate
Size
Regular price $21.00 USD
Sale price $21.00 USD Regular price

Top European Dark Chocolate 2023

International Chocolate Awards - Bronze

Madagascar 64% Fast Dried: A Vibrant Expression of Terroir

Discover the unique character of our Madagascar 64% Fast Dried chocolate, crafted from premium cacao beans sourced from the renowned Bejofo Estate in Madagascar. This celebrated plantation is famed for producing some of the world's finest cacao.

Friis-Holm's innovative fast-drying process, where beans are sun-dried intensively for 8 hours daily post-fermentation, unlocks a distinctive flavor profile. This method contrasts with their Slow Dried variant, resulting in a chocolate with its own remarkable personality.

Taste the difference: Madagascar 64% Fast Dried offers a lively, spontaneous flavor experience. Expect bright acidity and a pristine palate, showcasing the pure essence of these exceptional Madagascan beans. This chocolate presents a clean, vivid expression of its prestigious origin.

International Shipping Rates

We offer following shipping rates:

Australia

Express (3-7 business days) - 58 AUD for orders below 300 AUD and FREE for those above.

Brazil

Standard Canad Post (up to 25 business days) - 126 BRL for orders below 700 BRL and FREE for those above.

Standard UPS (up to 7 business days) - 231 BRL 

Expedited UPS (up to 5 business days) - 246 BRL

Canada

Standard (3-7 business days) - $10 CAD for orders below $80 CAD and FREE for those above.

Express (2-3 business days) - $22 CAD 

China

Express (4-7 business days) - 244 CNY for orders below 1210 CNY and FREE for those above.

Colombia

Express (3-7 business days) - $36 USD for orders below $200 USD and FREE for those above.

Hong Kong

Standard (4-8 business days) - 166 HKD for orders below 1260 HKD and FREE for those above.

Express (2-4 business days) - 183 HKD

Malaysia

Express (3-5 business days) - 146 MYR for orders below 600 MYR and FREE for those above.

Singapore

Standard (3-5 business days) - 31 SGD for orders below 190 SGD and FREE for those above.

Express (2-4 business days) - 33 SGD 

Taiwan

Express (3-5 business days) - 874 TWD for orders below 4580 TWD and FREE for those above.

United Kingdom

Express (3-7 business days) - 18 GBP for orders below 120 GBP and FREE for those above.

USA

Standard (3-7 business days) - $11 USD for orders below $80 USD and FREE for those above.

Express - (2-3 business days) - $16 USD 

For the most international destinations the exact shipping cost will be calculated at the checkout page. This comprehensive fee covers order preparation, summer packaging (where applicable), shipping charges, and excludes any relevant local customs duty fees.

Shipping costs for orders outside of Canada and the USA vary depending on the destination. The shipping costs for international orders are displayed on the checkout page.

We currently ship to the following countries: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, China, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Italy, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Korea, Luxembourg, Macau, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Slovenia, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, British Virgin Islands. 

IMPORTANT!

For orders containing both in-stock and pre-ordered items:

  • All items in the order will be shipped together once all pre-ordered items become available.
  • The entire order will be held until all items are in stock to avoid multiple shipping charges.
  • Estimated shipping dates for pre-ordered items are provided on the product page and in your order confirmation.
  • You will be notified via email when your complete order ships.

If you need in-stock items sooner, please place separate orders for in-stock and pre-ordered items.

Please note that customs/duties fees are not included in the price of shipping and are the sole responsibility of the customer upon delivery if applicable.

Hello Chocolate cannot make any delivery date guarantees for international orders. 

Don't see your country? Contact us here and we will do our best to help you. 

Vegan, Dairy-free

Origins and Vision

Friis-Holm Chocolate was established by Mikkel Friis-Holm, a Danish chef driven by the ambition to rank among the top three chocolate makers globally. His mission is clear: to create chocolate that is both the best in the world and the best for the world.

How It All Began

Mikkel's fascination with chocolate sparked in the late 90s while he was working in San Francisco. During this time, he encountered the fledgling Scharffen Berger Chocolate, which ignited his passion for the craft.

In 2007, Mikkel's journey took a significant turn through his collaboration with Scharffen Berger Chocolate, leading him to a major cacao project in Nicaragua. This initiative, supported by Danida—a Danish government-sponsored development organization—aimed to enhance farmers' income by cultivating high-quality cacao. Mikkel formed a close partnership with the local farmers involved in the project, and to this day, cacao beans from these Nicaraguan farmers remain a cornerstone of Friis-Holm Chocolate.

Establishing a Danish Chocolate Factory

From 2007 to 2013, Mikkel dedicated himself to building knowledge and mastering the craft of chocolate making. Initially, the chocolate was produced in collaboration with Bonnat Chocolatier, an esteemed French chocolate factory in the Rhone region. However, Mikkel aspired to oversee the entire production process himself—from cacao bean to finished chocolate.

In 2014, with the support of small investors and the Danish Structural Bank "Vækstfonden," Friis-Holm Chocolate A/S was founded. The first batch of Danish-produced chocolate was created in 2015, and since then, all production has taken place at their factory in Denmark.

In 2023, the family behind Hansen Is (Hansen Ice Cream) joined Mikkel in ownership of the company. Despite these changes, the foundation of their work remains rooted in Mikkel's enduring motto:

"Best in the world, best for the world."

Cacao beans, sugar, cacao butter.
May contain traces of milk. Min 70 % cacao soilds.

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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