From hidden and exotic tropical plantations around the globe come the finest and rarest of all cacaos. Moonstruck has created a special truffle collection from these unique origin chocolates whose complex flavor notes play the star role. Flavors are given a supporting role to each truffle according to the specific flavor notes and nuances in balance and harmony with these unique origin chocolates. Our Connoisseur Collection truly exemplifies Theobroma cacao, food of the gods.
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Arriba
The rarest and most coveted of Forastero cacaos, this Arriba from Ecuador takes
its place among the rare and flavorful Criollo and Trinitario cacaos. These flavor
notes have been paired with 20 year old Aceto Balsimico di Modena in this exquisite dark chocolate Truffle.
70% cacao content
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Chuao
This whipped cream dark chocolate truffle is prepared with Chuao cacao,
a Criollo from the Chuao estate, the most isolated Venezuelan cacao
estate on the central Caribbean coast. It is a bittersweet chocolate
with an initial flavor of plums, red fruit and an aromatic roundness.
70% cacao content
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Java
From the indonesian island of Java comes a Trinitario cacao with a strong Criollo
influence that produces the world's best flavor for milk chocolate. This milk
chocolate truffle mousse is smooth and creamy with caramel hits and slight acidic notes.
33% cacao content
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Mananjaray
A blend of Criollo and Trinitario cacao beans from Madagascar touts and aromatic bouquet,
fresh slightly acid chocolate taste, with intense hints of red fruits. An artisan goat
milk cheese, Fromage Blanc, from Cypress Grove balances well with this dark chocolate
creating a truffle with a unique tasting experience.
64% cacao content |
Mangaro
This dark milk chocolate, made only with the top grade cacao beans from
the Mangaro plantation on the island of Madagascar, expresses notes of
caramel, exotic fruit, pain d'epice, and honey with a finish of sultanas.
This milk chocolate truffle has been highlighted with Garum Masala and
garnished with black sesame seeds.
50% cacao content |
Miranda
The cacao in this dark chocolate truffle is a hybrid of Trinitario and indigenous
Criollo originating in Barlovento, Miranda estate, Venezuela. Accented with
Sandeman® Founder's Reserve Porto, it has an intense flavor with notes of
cinnamon, wood, soft fruit and raisins, along with the aftertaste of golden tobacco.
70% cacao content |
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Porcelana
The holy Grail of pure Criollo, the Porcelana has a very complex, bittersweet
dark chocolate flavor with a predominantly toasted almond aroma and subtle spicy
flavors like cinnamon, coriander, and nutmeg. This heirloom Criollo from Hacienda
San Jose, Venezuela is paired with Spanish Marcona almonds and a hint of smoked
paprika in this dark chocolate whipped cream truffle.
70% cacao content |
Sambriano
A dark chocolate made with a hybrid of Criollo and Trinitario cacaos from the Sambriano
Valley of Madagascar has an intense flavor with aromatic notes of berries, cashews,
pepper, and cinnamon. This truffle is complimented with Kaffir lime and galangal
creating a yin and yang of sweetness and acidity with a hint of spice.
70% cacao content |
Sumatra
This strong dark milk chocolate comes from Asfarth in the northwest end of the
Indonesian island of Sumatra with notes of wild honey and Madiera wine. Italian
chestnut honey highlights this intense milk chocolate truffle.
65% cacao content |
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Tanzanie
A blend of Criollo and Forastero cacaos from Tanzania on the eastern coast of the
African continent dominates this whipped cream truffle perfumed with real vanilla
from both Madagascar and Tahiti. When eaten the fruity flavors, released as you
bite into, linger in the mouth with all the raw strength and tanginess of a
slightly wild cacao – daring and exciting.
75% cacao content |
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