Description
A city bar from Marou’s So Co La Edition honoring the District 1 Saigon neighborhood, pairing 65% dark chocolate with house-made candied chili pieces.
Craft & Origin
The So Co La Edition is a series of bars tied to specific Maison Marou cafe locations and ingredients that define those neighborhoods. This bar represents the Saigon Flagship in District 1, utilizing a 65% dark chocolate base crafted from a blend of single-origin Vietnamese cacao, primarily from the Tien Giang and Ba Ria provinces. The inclusion is fresh bird’s eye chili, which is candied in-house at the Maison Marou pastry kitchen to calibrate the heat levels before being integrated into the chocolate. This process ensures the chili maintains a supple texture and controlled piquancy that complements the high-cocoa base. The bar represents a technical exercise in balancing regional spice with the fruity acidity characteristic of southern Vietnamese cacao.
Flavor & Texture
Notes of bright citrus and gradual heat. The texture is velvety with soft, chewy bursts of candied chili.
How to Use
Enjoy as a standalone bar or pair with a glass of neat mezcal.
Technical Details
- Size: 80g
- Origin: Vietnam (Southern Provinces)
- Varieties: 65% Dark Chocolate
- Production Method: Bean-to-bar with house-made candied inclusions
- Dietary Notes: Vegan, soy-free, gluten-free
- Pairs With: Mezcal, tequila, pilsner, hibiscus tea