organicFijian 67%

finished last pour on latest batch of organic Fijian 67%. From Koko Is, much deeper and stronger chocolate quotient than supply from other parts of Fiji. This is a mix of trinitaro & forastero and the later really dominants the first flavour notes on the palate. The trinitaro brings the citrus tropical fruis to the end of the palate. in this chocolate pink grapefruit and guava dominate.
the lighter roast brought out the fruits in force.
Being washed beans may have also reduced the herbaceous flavours usually present in cacao of this origin. Also a lower cocoa butter content than Samoa which results in a thick treacle melt on the palate.

Osmantus Oolong tea from Ali Shan Mts Taiwan now in stock

Osmanthus in Chinese is called Gui Hua


Osmanthus in Chinese is called Gui Hua, The best Gui Hua is in October. It comes with the best osmanthus fragrance. We use fresh Osmanthus to scent with best grade of Organic Taiwan Oolong. Oolong is absorbing the fragrances from the fresh osmanthus flower, which produces a superb floral fragrance, smooth and fruity sweet taste. The osmanthus has a rich and long lasting fragrance.
Taste Rich and long lasting fragrance, smooth and lovely sweet taste, Has a hint of peachy flavor.
Appearance: Golden yellow Osmanthus flowers mixed in with Organic Oolong tea leaves.
Place of Origin: Taiwan
Harvest Period: Autumn '08

organic Fijian 65% dark chocolate

the first batch of organic Fijian 65% dark chocolate is out of the conche after 64hrs. Origin is from Koko Island. Different terrior to previous Fijian's. Much deeper chocolate with a medium palate finishing with a pink grapefruit, guava flavour