Organic cocoa | blend | ground | roasted | heavily de-oiled 10-12%

What is it about / Product description

Organic cocoa from the Dominican Republic is a finely ground, roasted cocoa powder with a strongly de-oiled fat content of 10–12%. The brown, fine to slightly flaky powder dissolves well in warm and cold liquids and is suitable as an aromatic base for drinks, desserts and baked goods. Developed in proven Biova quality, this bulk product is aimed at both professional users and demanding home kitchens.

Due to the strong de-oiling, the organic cocoa offers an intense cocoa taste with a reduced fat content and can be dosed precisely. Careful roasting and grinding ensure a homogeneous, free-flowing structure that supports an even mixing result. The low-cadmium standard and controlled organic quality underline the premium character of the Biova range.

In use, the organic cocoa proves to be particularly versatile – from classic hot chocolate to baking cocoa for cakes, brownies and cookies through to creams and ice cream. The powder harmonises with sugar, milk or plant-based drinks and also refines porridge, smoothies or muesli. This gives your recipes a full-bodied, chocolatey note while benefiting from the advantages of a professional cocoa powder.

Origin

The cocoa beans come from the Dominican Republic, an established cocoa-growing region with a tropical climate and nutrient-rich soils. Warmth, high humidity and regular rainfall promote a rounded, chocolatey aroma profile. Biova relies on selected lots to ensure consistent quality of the brown bulk product.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The cocoa trees are cultivated according to organic guidelines, without synthetic pesticides. After harvesting, the beans are fermented, gently dried, then roasted and ground into a fine powder. Strong de-oiling to 10–12% fat results in a cocoa powder with a fine to flaky structure that can be easily dosed for gastronomy, manufacturers and bulk users.

Special features

Characteristic is the strongly reduced fat content combined with a robust cocoa aroma and very good solubility. The fine, brown granulation makes it easier to stir into doughs, creams and drinks without forming heavy lumps. As Biova bulk product with low-cadmium specification, the product is designed for larger processing volumes and is still practical for use in the home kitchen.

Differences in origin and processing

Cocoa from the Dominican Republic often shows a balanced, chocolatey profile with subtle fruity notes. Fermentation, degree of roasting and de-oiling shape the taste, colour and solubility of the cocoa powder. Thanks to targeted strong de-oiling and coordinated roasting, this product has a clearly defined, easily controllable flavour profile compared to less de-oiled or differently roasted variants.

Taste & aroma

From a sensory perspective, the cocoa powder impresses with a strong, classic chocolate taste and a slight, variety-typical bitterness. Roasting brings out warm, nutty and slightly malty notes without being overpowering. The aroma is intensely cocoa-typical and already gives baked goods and drinks a pleasant chocolate scent during preparation.

Possible applications

• Preparation of hot chocolate or drinking cocoa with milk or plant-based drinks
• Use as baking cocoa for cakes, brownies, muffins and cookies
• Refining desserts, creams, ice cream, porridge, smoothies or muesli

Product specification

• Country of origin: Dominican Republic
• Granulation: fine / flaky
• Colour: brown
• Processing: roasted, ground, strongly de-oiled 10–12% fat, low cadmium < 0.6 mg/kg
• Product type: Food / spice, bulk product
• Weight per unit: approx. 1.05 kg per pack