Hacienda Azul first planted cacao about 7 years ago in the town of Peralta in the Turrialba region of Costa Rica. The cacao is planted underneath native Spanish Cedar for shade. This provides both the cacao plants and native animal species an ideal environment. Organic practices are used including the application of beneficial bacteria and fungus to control most pests and limit fungal diseases. By reintegrating cacao pods into the soil around the cacao trees, the nutrients are replenished and organic matter is boosted.
All of our chocolate is made with just cocoa beans and sugar; no added cocoa butter, lecithin, or vanilla. Our chocolate is free of soy, dairy, eggs, and gluten.
All of our chocolate is made with just cocoa beans and sugar; no added cocoa butter, lecithin, or vanilla. Our chocolate is free of soy, dairy, eggs, and gluten.