The Rich Heritage and Flavors of Philippine Chocolate
Philippine cocoa offers a diverse range of products, from artisanal bars to traditional beverages. Grown in the tropical region of Davao, at Paquibato in Southeastern Philippines, this cocoa is a balanced blend of fruity and sour notes. As a true single-origin "grand cru", it gathers the flavors of tropical fruits, berries, citrus and of roasted nuts. These Single-Origin bars explore the original taste of cocoa beans from diverse provenances.
Artisanal and Craft Varieties
Exclusively produced craft chocolate from Bean-to-bar facilities is made with cocoa beans sourced from local smallholder growers, located mainly in the Mindanao Island in Philippines. Tasting notes are Earthy & Oaky flavor, middle notes fruity with light acidity and a strong cocoa finish. Another notable product is made from cacao beans from Kablon family farms in Philippines, which has a very calm and mild taste and is lecithin free and vegan friendly.
Traditional Tablea and Indulgent Snacks
The heritage of Filipino cocoa includes historical business traditions. Alfonso's classic hot chocolate tablea with 5 cacao tablets has been a traditional beverage since 1949. This product of the Philippines is a classic hot chocolate ingredient used for breakfast or as a healthy drink. In addition to traditional products, the market offers popular treats like the Jack n Jill Cloud 9 Caramel, Peanut & Nougat Chocolate Bar, which features luscious caramel, crunchy peanuts and soft nougat in rich chocolate.
Nutritional Information and Composition
Dark chocolate is loaded with nutrients that can positively affect your health and mood. The following table provides a comparison of nutritional values per 100g based on different Philippine-sourced chocolate products:
| Nutrient (per 100g) | Philippines Trinitario 75% | Kablon Farm Sourced Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 541 kcal | 568 kcal |
| Fat | 41g | 43.8g |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 33.5g |
| Protein | 8.6g | 9.5g |
| Salt | 0.07g | 0.01g |
Key Ingredients
- Philippines Trinitario: Cocoa beans (Philippines), cocoa butter, sugar, GMO-free sunflower lecithin emulsifier, vanilla beans, fleur de sel.
- Kablon Farm Bar: Roasted cacao beans, organic unrefined cane sugar, cocoa butter.
- Cloud 9 Bar: Caramel, Peanut & Nougat in rich chocolate.
Product Characteristics
Most premium selections are Vegan friendly and some are Gluten Free and Lactose Free. The Philippine products represent the pinnacle of chocolate-making, whether they are handcrafted Belgian-style pralines or traditional Alfonso's classic hot chocolate tablea.
