Ander- Hand Brew Cocoa Beans – VIETNAM (dak lak)

Hand Brew Cocoa Beans – Vietnam (Dak Lak – Anh Em Cacao) – 180g

Origin: Mekong Delta, Dak Lak | Light Roasted | 12 Brews

Description:
A fine cocoa celebrated for its fruit-forward profile and medium body, this rare origin from Vietnam’s Dak Lak Province delivers a vibrant cup with notes of fresh prunes, red wine-like acidity, and a nutty finish touched with subtle star fruit spices.

Awarded an international silver medal by the International Chocolate Awards, this origin showcases the full potential of Vietnamese terroir and modern processing.

Sourced from farms intercropped with coconut, pomelo, banana, and longan trees, the cocoa is centrally fermented and dried by Anh Em Cacao Co., under the guidance of Truong Minh Thang, who applies cutting-edge fermentation techniques to unlock complexity and depth.

Origin & Processing Details:

• Region: Mekong Delta, Dak Lak Province, Vietnam

• Producer: Anh Em Cacao Co. (led by Truong Minh Thang)

• Genetics: Trinitario hybrid B14

• Fermentation: 5 days in boxes, turned at 48h and 96h

• Drying: Sun-dried for 7–10 days, turned every 2 hours

• Farming Practice: Intercropped with coconut and tropical fruits

• Roast Level: Light

• Form: Ground cocoa beans

• Brews per Pack: ~12