{"product_id":"lucid-chocolatier-chuncho-especial-86-1-8-oz","title":"Lucid Chocolatier - Chuncho Especial - 86% - 1.8 oz.","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003eThis single origin 86% dark chocolate bar is made from ancient Chuncho cacao produced by the Puma family in Cusco, Peru. It has a bold, aromatic fruit forward flavor whilst telling the story of an ancient cacao and the people behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohnty Tatham produces Lucid chocolate in the Coastal Wairarapa region of New Zealand from a remote farm location. He employs a rigorous bean-to-bar process using ancient Chuncho cacao produced by the Puma family in Pumatiy, Cusco. Known for its small bean size and high aromatic butter content, this rare heritage cacao delivers a bold, floral fruit-forward profile that reflects centuries of selection in the Peruvian highlands. The chocolate production focuses on highlighting these complex, intrinsic characteristics through precise roasting and controlled conching processes. This technical approach yields a sophisticated bar that celebrates original vision and ancient lineage through the expressive medium of Puma family cacao known as Chuncho Especial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes of barrel-aged pinot noir, floral tobacco, sour melon. The texture is exceptionally buttery with a quick, clean melt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavor this bar at room temperature to allow the chocolate to release complex aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe value the preservation of this genetic profile and Tatham’s technical management of heritage cacao.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masterton, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed native chunchos from the Puma family (Pumatiy) in Koribeni Echarati, Cusco, Peru\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bean-to-bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soy-free, dairy-free ingredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With:\u003c\/strong\u003e White tea, sherry, roasted hazelnuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover this and our full range of artisan chocolates at The Ambrosian Pantry, 263 Josephine St in Cherry Creek, Denver. Also available at theambrosianpantry.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lucid Chocolatier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231250145574,"sku":"796548035399","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1627\/6518\/files\/Lucid-Chocolatier-Chuncho-86-Front.jpg?v=1779315145","url":"https:\/\/theambrosianpantry.com\/products\/lucid-chocolatier-chuncho-especial-86-1-8-oz","provider":"The Ambrosian Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}