Roast of the Week: Week of March 17, 2024

Philippines Davao de Oro 2023

This bean is rather distinct from its aroma to its flavor. Upon the first waft, tang of dried fruits hits the nose. When tasting, you will experience flavors of guava, nuts, and hints and waves of umami. This province of the Philippines did not originally have an organic status due to lack of resources, but with the help of H+G Chocolate, this cacao has reached an organic status. According to the Philippine Department of Agriculture, there are many benefits to organic cacao ranging from the improvement of soil formation and structure to sustainability to financial risk reduction through the use of renewable resources.