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The Art of Cheese & Chocolate Pairing

Discover how our single-origin cacao bars harmonize with the world's finest cheeses. Salt, fat, fermentation, and terroir converge to create extraordinary tasting experiences.

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Aged Semi-Hard

Aged Gouda

Perfect Match
Dark 85% Cacao

The butterscotch and caramel notes of 24-month aged Gouda mirror the toasted almond and dark fruit depth of our Napo Valley cacao. A masterclass in nutty harmony.

Serve at 18Β°C. Pair with a splash of aged rum or amber whiskey.
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Soft Ripened

Brie de Meaux

Perfect Match
Fruity Milk 55%

Creamy, mushroom-rich Brie meets bright citrus and red fruit notes. The milk chocolate's creaminess bridges the cheese's texture while its acidity cuts through the fat.

Slice thin and pair with honeycomb and toasted baguette.
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Blue Veined

Roquefort

Perfect Match
Ruby Cocoa 45%

The bold saltiness and tang of Roquefort is brilliantly balanced by Ruby chocolate's natural berry tartness and smooth sweetness. A daring, elegant contrast.

Serve with walnuts and port wine reduction for depth.
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Sharp & Crystalline

Extra Sharp Cheddar

Perfect Match
Single Estate Reserve

Crystalline cheddar's intense savory punch stands up to our rare Chuao estate's red wine and cedar complexity. Both demand attention and reward patience.

Allow cheese to rest 30 minutes at room temperature before pairing.
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Fresh Soft

Chèvre & Herbs

Perfect Match
White & Matcha

Goat cheese's grassy tang complements the earthy umami of ceremonial matcha, while Ecuadorian white chocolate adds a delicate floral sweetness.

Roll chèvre in toasted matcha powder before serving alongside.
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Semi-Hard

Manchego

Perfect Match
Explorer's Box

Manchego's nutty, slightly tangy profile is incredibly versatile. Use the Explorer's Box to discover which origin sings loudest with this classic Spanish cheese.

Serve with quince paste (membrillo) and olive oil drizzle.

Tasting Principles

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Temperature Matters

Cheese tastes best at 18-20Β°C. Cold cheese mutes flavor and fat, breaking the pairing balance.

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Match Intensity

Pair bold cheeses with high-percentage cacao. Delicate cheeses shine with milk or white chocolate.

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Palate Cleansing

Use crisp apple slices, water, or light white wine between pairings to reset your taste buds.

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Progressive Journey

Taste from mildest to boldest. Start with fresh cheeses, finish with aged or blue varieties.

Build Your Pairing Board

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Dark 85% Cacao
$18 / 70g
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Fruity Milk 55%
$16 / 70g
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Ruby Cocoa 45%
$22 / 70g
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Single Estate Reserve
$28 / 70g
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White & Matcha
$20 / 70g
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Explorer's Box
$45 / 6 bars
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