Hawaii / CoEx 2023 Code – 982

ORIGIN

Hawaii

NAME OF THE PRODUCER

Maui Kuia Estate - Reserve

CoEx Sample Code

982/23

SAMPLE TYPE

Commercial No. N002-20S

GLOBAL REGION

Asia & the Pacific

Contacts

CONTACT DETAILS OF PRODUCER
CONTACT DETAILS OF SENDER / NATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE
  • Contact: Gunars Valkirs
  • E-mail: gunars@mauichocolate.com
  • Phone: (+1-808) 6331375
  • Organization: Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate, Inc.

BEAN CHARACTERISTICS

Dominating genetic origin (according to the producer)Criollo, Trinitario, Forastero, Nacional
Local name of variety-
Bean size (Bean count/100g)116 (Small)
Moisture content (%)6.6 (Medium)
Average bean weight (g)0.86
Cacao butter content in cacao mass (%)62.5
Cacao mass fineness (µm)12
Roasting temp (°C)120
Roasting time (minutes)20
Chocolate flavour profile description

This chocolate features a unique and complex flavour profile combining fresh fruits, acidity, mild spices, and nut notes. It offers a good chocolate flavour with balanced medium bitterness and astringency. The finish is pleasant with a honey blend.

Chocolate Recipe

% Cacao nibs63
% Deodorised Cacao Butter7
% Sugar30
% Total Cacao70
Ratio Cacao Mass (nibs) / sugar 2.10
Chocolate fineness (µm, +/- 1)16

Photo Gallery

Credit: 2023 Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate, Inc /©Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate

Video - Meet the producers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EUnuSGW9r8&list=PLqFeFaE7j8992xOzblZLYrd8ZD1pRaFdh&index=9
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