Fine high-quality cocoa beans from a single origin. Our product is harvested, fermented and dried in Siuna, Nicaragua's North Caribbean. The richness and complexity of this cocoa reveals the extraordinary nature of its origin; meeting point of the breeze of two oceans.
Our cocoa is fermented in wooden boxes and then dried under the solar system.
Customized cocoa beans: We can develop and produce cocoa profiles according to our clients needs.
Packaginig: In bags of jute of a (gross) weight of 60 â?? 65 kg
Nahua Cacao processes and sells fine flavored cacao beans to premium artisanal and specialty chocolatiers in Europe, Japan, and the United States.
The fine flavored cocoa beans come from the Upala region, Costa Rica. The cacao planted species pertain to selected Trinidadian clone varieties and hybrids.
Packaging: 50 kg jute bags.
Origin: 100% trinitarian type cocoa beans of Costa Rica
Cocoa beans are the seeds of the cocoa tree (Theobroma cacao) and are the primary ingredient used in the production of chocolate. Here\'s a detailed description of cocoa beans:
Botanical Characteristics:
Species: Theobroma cacao
Appearance: Cocoa beans are roughly oval-shaped and are typically 1 to 2 cm long. They have a smooth, hard shell that varies in color from light brown to dark brown, depending on the variety and level of fermentation.
Structure: Each cocoa pod contains 20-50 cocoa beans surrounded by a sweet pulp.
Cultivation:
Growing Regions: Cocoa beans are primarily cultivated in tropical regions within 20 degrees of the Equator, including West Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
Climate: Cocoa trees thrive in humid, tropical climates with well-distributed rainfall and temperatures between 20-30�°C (68-86�°F).
Harvesting: Cocoa pods are harvested manually with machetes or by hand, typically twice a year.
Processing:
Fermentation: After harvesting, the cocoa beans are removed from the pods and fermented for several days to develop flavor and reduce bitterness.
Drying: Fermented beans are dried in the sun or using artificial dryers until they reach around 7% moisture content, which helps preserve the beans for storage and shipping.
Roasting: Dried beans are roasted at temperatures between 120-140�°C (248-284�°F) to develop their characteristic chocolate flavor.
Composition:
Shell: The outer shell makes up about 10-15% of the cocoa bean and is used to make cocoa mulch or sometimes as a source of biofuel.
Nib: Inside the shell, the cocoa bean is divided into nibs, which contain approximately 54-58% cocoa butter (fat) and 11-15% cocoa solids (theobromine and caffeine).
Flavor Compounds: Cocoa beans contain a complex mix of flavor compounds that develop during fermentation and roasting, contributing to the unique taste of chocolate.
Uses:
Chocolate Production: Cocoa beans are the fundamental ingredient in chocolate manufacturing. The nibs are ground into a paste called chocolate liquor, which is then processed into various forms of chocolate.
Cocoa Products: Cocoa powder and cocoa butter are derived from cocoa beans and are used in baking, confectionery, beverages, and cosmetics.
Quality Grading:
Cocoa beans are graded based on size, color, fermentation level, and absence of defects to ensure consistent quality for chocolate production.
Fine Flavor: Beans with unique and desirable flavors are often classified as fine flavor cocoa beans and command higher prices in the market.
Cocoa beans are essential to the global chocolate industry, with their flavor profile influenced by factors such as origin, fermentation, and processing methods, making them a critical component in creating a variety of chocolate products enjoyed worldwide
Our dried cocoa is a treasure trove of flavor, history, and craftsmanship. Each bean, carefully harvested and dried, embodies the soul of chocolateâ??a journey from farm to flavor
Our cocoa is grown with care, using sustainable farming methods that respect the earth and empower farming communities. The traditional drying process enhances the beans' natural flavors, honoring generations of expertise in cocoa cultivation.
high quality cocoa beans producing beans with the strongest flavour
raw sun-dried cocoa beans
a) moisture: 5.5% - 6.2% maximum
b) foreign matters: 1.29% maximum
c) beans count: 91 to 99 beans/kg
d) broken beans / defective: 0.7% - 0.8% maximum
100grms equal 92, 17 beans,
cut -test 300beans:
moisture: 7, 64%
insect damaged beans: 0%
slaty beans: 4, 67%
violet beans: 2, 00%
white sports: 3, 00%
mouldy beans: 6, 67%
typical cocoa smell, no contamination or off flavour detected.
We are a West African company into trade and exports of Premium Quality Fermented Raw Cocoa Beans in large quantities from Osun State,Nigeria.
We have for immediate exports in large quantities Raw Cocoa Beans which are well fermented for 4-6 days to achieve a strong flavor and sun dried for 5-7days to achieve the best possible moisture content for the Cocoa Beans.
COMMODITY:Cocoa Beans
Origin: Nigeria
Grade : Quality Fermented
Colour /Appearance: Brown Oval -shaped
Maturity:Matured Beans
Crop Year: August 2024 New Season
Style :Sun Dried
Mositure : 8% Max
Bean Count: 89 to 99beans/kg
Broken beans / defective: 0.7% - 0.8% maximum
Fat Content: 46.92%
Theobromine:1.2% Max
Admixture : Negligible
Cocoa is thought to have first been used by the Maya civilization of Central America.
It was introduced to Europe by Spanish conquerors in the 16th century and quickly became popular as a health-promoting medicine.
Cocoa powder is made by crushing cocoa beans and removing the fat or cocoa butter.
Today, cocoa is most famous for its role in chocolate production. However, modern research has revealed that it does indeed contain important compounds that can benefit your health.
Benefits
1) Rich in Polyphenols That Provide Several Health Benefits
2) May Reduce High Blood Pressure by Improving Nitric Oxide Levels
3) Cocoa has other properties that may reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke
4) Polyphenols Improve Blood Flow to Your Brain and Brain Function
5) May Improve Mood and Symptoms of Depression by Various Means
6) Flavanols May Improve Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
7) May Aid Weight Control in Many Surprising Ways
8) May Have Cancer-Protective Properties
9) Theobromine and Theophylline Contents May Help People With Asthma
10) Antibacterial and Immune-Stimulating Properties May Benefit Your Teeth and Skin
