Colombia Maceo San Juan Cacao Cocoa Beans 1kg

Region and Country

Maceo, Antioquia, Colombia

Story

The little hamlet of Maceo, which was once known as San Juan de Mata, has a lengthy history with cacao. Cacao is typically grown with plantains, beans, palm trees, and lumber tree species by local farmers. Some people also cultivate beautiful plants and flowers. Fresh cocoa is gathered from about 250 farming families. Their plots are typically two hectares in size. The region's cocoa is renowned for having minimal cadmium content.

Aromac is a locally owned business that wants to help farmers by giving them higher pricing and giving them a portion of their profits. Additionally, they actively back a neighbourhood project that assists women who have been abused at home.

Post-harvesting is done at a fermentation centre that the local government has constructed.

Harvest

November – July

Genetics

Local Trinitario hybrids

Post Harvesting Process

Fermentation is done in linear boxes in a period of 7 days with 4 turns. The beans are then dried in solar tunnels on wooden tables for 7 to 10 days depending on the weather conditions.

Flavour

Medium body with bright acidity; notes of tropical fruit, pine nuts, cashews, lemon grass and a hint of nutmeg.