Meridian Cacao

Testing testing….anybody here?

Ebier Suth Cokran Cooperative opened a chocolate boutique in May 2020 in Ransiki. They're an integral part of West Papua’s Green Growth program, which is focused on supporting the sustainable growth of food commodities including cacao, coffee, vanilla, various nuts, and seaweed.

You know you want to get your hands on eight fresh, whole cocoa pods! Go ahead and place the order, they'll ship directly to you from Ecuador (as long as you live within the continental United States). l8r.it/UEKa

A Rorschach test, but make it edible. What do the beans say to you?

#tbt - We're proud to offer SIX cocoa bean offerings from across Vietnam, sourced in partnership with @Marouchocolate! Have you roasted up Ba Ria, Ben Tre, Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Dong Nai, and Lam Dong? Order 1, 5, or 30 kilo bags today. l8r.it/Kw1s

This spooky season, treat yourself to amazing fragrant Morogoro vanilla beans! ⁠l8r.it/tKgR

Cocoa cultivation in West Papua was introduced in the 1950s. Initially, the plant material consisted of Java-type Trinitario to which were added West African Amelonado descendants introduced from Sulawesi. Later, Trinitario seeds were introduced. l8r.it/3abF

Quantities of Camino Verde cocoa beans are low! Who will secure our last eight kilos? Don’t worry, new harvests will be here soon! l8r.it/CK9N

Cocoa beans are now available from the Ransiki Estate in West Papua, Indonesia! We've noticed flavors of honey and a medley of fresh fruit. Order your own 1 or 5 kilo bag today!⁠ l8r.it/MoCs

Our team is loving the latest harvest from Anamalai Farm in Pollachi, India! Think mouthwatering and balanced Dulce de Leche and you'll understand why this was a hit during our quality control screening. l8r.it/x90q

Have we mentioned how impressed we are with #kokoakamili? We are proud to offer their cocoa beans, cacao nibs, and cocoa powder. Fun fact: their beans are predominantly a classic Trinitario (Amelonado/Criollo), with the slight presence of Neo-Nacional! l8r.it/53AQ

This is the sign you've been waiting for to replenish your stock of cocoa butter, starting with our certified organic, single-origin, filtered, and non-tempered flakes from Camino Verde! Available in 1 or 5 pound bags. l8r.it/OseP

Our vanilla extract experiments are well under way! Don't worry, the liquid is much darker after steeping for a week. We're testing different two different vodkas, single-origin Morogoro vanilla, single-origin, Madagascar vanilla, and a blend of both. ⁠l8r.it/J0wb

With bright notes raisin and black cherry, Lam Dong is our newest offering from Vietnam! This province shares borders with Dong Nai to the southwest, Dak Lak to the north, and Dak Nong to the northwest. Sourced in partnership with @marouchocolate. ⁠l8r.it/E1TH

Brigadeiros are a popular treat from Brazil. They are traditionally served at birthday parties, pot lucks, weddings and more. ⁠ ⁠ We've shared @DandelionChoco's recipe (which incorporates nibs) and hope you make them for an upcoming gathering! ⁠ l8r.it/Yjpp

🎼 "Sugar, ah, honey, honey!" Alternative sweeteners have increased in popularity as an inclusion when making chocolate. Have you experimented with honey, agave, brown sugar, powdered sugar, or maple syrup? ⁠l8r.it/JKrj

Camino Verde’s owner, Vicente Norero's deep understanding of fermentation allows Camino Verde to produce a variety of flavor profiles amongst their beans by using enzymes and inoculants to showcase specific flavor precursors.⁠ l8r.it/ZVfz

Enjoy a look inside our newest release from Vietnam: Lam Dong!⁠ This province is located in the Central Highlands region. We get notes of raisin, fig, dried black currant, and black cherry. Available now in bags of 1, 5, or 30 kilos! l8r.it/MlGT