Organic Nacional Cacao Nibs, roasted, 50–54% cocoa butter

Product description

Organic cacao from Ecuador in the form of coarsely crushed cacao nibs brings the characteristic Nacional cacao straight into your kitchen. These brown pieces of pure cacao beans are gently roasted by Biova and impress with an intense, slightly bitter cocoa flavour.

Careful processing preserves most of the valuable components, while the natural cocoa butter content of around 50–54% creates a rich, full-bodied mouthfeel. Unsweetened and high in fibre, these nibs are ideal both for health-conscious home cooking and for use in artisan production and foodservice.

In creative cooking, organic cacao nibs are extremely versatile – use them as a crunchy topping, in muesli or in baking recipes. The roasted cacao nibs from Biova are easy to incorporate into smoothies, energy balls, desserts and even savoury dishes.

Origin

These cacao nibs come from Ecuador, a traditional source of premium Nacional cacao. Tropical climate, abundant rainfall and nutrient-rich soils support a complex flavour profile with subtle fruity and nutty notes, which Biova selects specifically for its organic quality.

Cultivation / production / harvest

The cacao trees grow in mixed-crop systems under shade trees and are harvested by hand when ripe. After fermentation and drying, the beans are gently roasted by Biova, cracked, separated from their shells and packed as coarsely granulated nibs in convenient bulk packs.

Special features

A key characteristic is the high cocoa butter content of around 50–54%, which delivers a smooth, rounded texture. The granulated, crushed particle size provides a pronounced crunch and makes this brown bulk product particularly attractive for professional users, roasteries, bakeries and high-volume customers.

Differences in origin and processing

Nacional cacao from Ecuador is renowned for its fine, aromatic profile and clearly stands apart from standard bulk cocoas. The roast profile chosen by Biova highlights fruity and nutty notes without over-roasting, so compared to raw nibs the flavour comes across as rounder and more intense.

Taste & aroma

The nibs have an intense dark cocoa aroma with subtle roasted and nutty notes. On the palate they are robust, pleasantly bitter and delicately fruity, with a long-lasting cocoa finish and a satisfying bite thanks to their coarse, brown structure.

Suggested uses

• As a crunchy topping for muesli, porridge, yoghurt or smoothie bowls.
• Baked into cookies, brownies, granola, bars or banana bread.
• As a flavourful ingredient in desserts, praline fillings, energy balls or homemade muesli mixes.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Ecuador
• Particle size: granulated / crushed / coarse
• Colour: brown
• Pack size: 1.05 kg bag (bulk)
• Cocoa butter content: approx. 50–54%