Description
This dark chocolate bar features 72% Marañon cacao filled with a combination of roasted pistachios, local Wairarapa olive oil, Madagascan vanilla and New Zealand sea salt. A complementary pairing, this is an elevated take on the filled pistachio concept that prioritizes craftsmanship over novelty.
Craft & Origin
Johnty 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 organically sourced cacao from Peru. Tatham roasts the pistachios in his own facility to control the flavor profile and ensure quality throughout each batch, before integrating them with locally sourced ingredients for the filling. The chocolate production focuses on highlighting the intrinsic characteristics of Peruvian cacao through controlled refining and precise roasting and controlled conching processes. This technical approach yields an addictive pistachio bar that celebrates an original vision and local provenance through the expressive medium of Marañón cacao.
Flavor & Texture
Notes of toasted nut and stone fruit. The texture is smooth with a distinct crunch from the roasted pistachios.
How to Use
Enjoy as a standalone tasting. Pair with a firm goat cheese.
Why We Like It
We value Johnty Tatham’s technical precision and his ability to balance inclusions without masking the cacao’s origin.
Technical Details
- Size: 80g
- Origin: Wairarapa, New Zealand
- Varieties: Fortunato no.4 & Marañon 54
- Production Method: Bean-to-bar
- Dietary Notes: Vegan, soy-free, gluten-free
- Pairs With: Sherry, goat cheese, sparkling wine