A rich, unsweetened powder made from roasted cocoa beans which is known for an intense chocolate flavour and deep colour. It’s a staple in baking, beverages, and desserts. An organic product retains more antioxidants and nutrients compared to heavily processed cocoa powders, making it a healthier choice for those looking to enhance their recipes with natural chocolate flavour and nutritional benefits, including magnesium and flavonoids.
 
After harvesting the cocoa fruits, the beans are extracted and fermented, reducing the pulp. The fermented beans are then dried, cleaned, and pre-roasted. After being broken and cleaned again, they are alkalized with calcium carbonate, roasted, cooled, and ground into cocoa mass. This mass is pressed to separate cocoa butter, while the remaining solids are crushed and stabilized, resulting in cocoa powder.
 
The origins of cocoa trace back to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, where the Mayans and Aztecs cultivated and revered the cocoa bean. Cocoa powder itself was developed later, in 19th-century Europe, following advancements in cocoa processing. Today, cocoa is produced worldwide, with major suppliers in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
 
Dietary and Lifestyle
Vegan, Organic (Soil Association Certified).
 
Origin
Ghana / Ecuador / The Dominican Republic. Processed in Switzerland.
Note: Varies depending on batch, usually due to seasonality.
 
Storage
Keep in an air-tight container for freshness in cool and dry conditions away from direct sunlight and strong odours.
 
Packaging
We pack our dried food refills in 100% recyclable paper bags for you to decant into your favourite storage container at home. The bags can either be reused or recycled in kerbside recycling to help you reduce hard to deal with waste. This provides a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging while still offering the convenience of online shopping and helping you live a more sustainable and low-waste lifestyle.
 
Size
100g.
 
Disclaimer
Please note: The cost of refill items includes a surcharge of 10p per 100g. This covers the expenses of packing these items as well as providing collection and delivery services, while making them feasible for an independent business. Refill items are packed in an environment where we take great care to minimise the risk of cross-contamination of allergens. However, we cannot guarantee that products will be provided completely free from allergens.
 
We strive to provide accurate ingredient and allergen information on this website. However, please note that this information may change by our suppliers or the manufacturers without notice.
 
If you need specific advice regarding any product, feel free to contact us online or visit us in the shop.