PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

Our mission is to connect and inform cacao producers, chocolate-makers, and chocolate enthusiasts with high-quality, educational content. Part of @PerfectDailyG PDGCacao.com United Kingdom Joined May 2019

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Have you ever had fine ##Robusta from Ghana? It might be a great diversification opportunity, even for #cacao farmers👉bit.ly/2lwSKjE

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Did you know that #cocoabutter carries #cacao beans' aroma compounds? Photo: Bare Bones Chocolate

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

We strongly believe in creating clear quality guidelines to define #finecacao, and better define how it is bought and sold. Check out this podcast to learn more👉apple.co/2zxN10U Photo: @MayorgaOrganics

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Just like with #coffee, #milk is a great companion for #chocolate. There is no right or wrong way to use it, and things are especially interesting now with the creative ways #chocolatiers and #chocolatemakers are using milk. Photo: LaBarr Chocolate

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Here is an article we brought out on #beantobar #chocolate, what does it mean to you specifically? bit.ly/2XtxUjj

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Agribusiness(Amricfoundation) @amricfoundation

6 years ago

There's so much burden, yet with true need for cocoa farmers to switch and adopt sustainable farm practices, often, we turn to ignore the fact that this shifts require capital before endeavors. When farmers earn stipends, we put so much at stake.

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

This is the final step of #chocolate refining at @RaakaChocolate: the roller, after the #melanger.

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Not all #chocolate must be #conched to taste good, or have ideal texture. Do you have experience with this? Photo: @Utopickcacao

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Playing around with tannins content is a way #craftchocolate can differentiate itself from the mass market. Tannins allow foodstuffs to age better, among other things. Here is some background for comparison: bit.ly/2GM2oa2 Photo: Chocolate Estapuyo

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Here’s a new app that allows you to tip #coffee farmers in #Colombia! It is definitely an interesting way to get consumers involved. reut.rs/2Zx6nh0

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Have you had the opportunity of sending cacao samples to a lab? It’s the only way to be completely sure of genetic information. Video: mariac.forero

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

It is important to inform ourselves on how to adapt byproducts to run a cost-efficient, lean #farming operation. Using #cacao pods as fertilizer or feed is one example.

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

This is a very famous #cacao variety called “Indio Rojo” or “Mayan Red.” Photo: @joacocoa18

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Real #whitechocolate uses #cocoabutter straight from #cacao beans, allowing it to retain the aromas and some of the health benefits. Photo: @mapchocolate

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

#Chocolate down to a science! Artistry is important, but consistency is also key. Video: Maruco Chocolate

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

There was #chocolate forgery in the middle ages, in #Spain and the rest of #Europe! bit.ly/33byOEl via Spanish Food

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

When did you see #cacao beans for the first time? Photo: AnzacGoods

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Lot’s of shaking going on here! That’s what is needed to ensure no air bubbles are present for #chocolate solidification. Video: Oodalolly Chocolate

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PDG Cacao @pdgcocoa

6 years ago

Do you know the difference between “dutched” and “un-dutched” #cocoapowder? Learn about that, and why some people call it #cacao and others #cocoa👉bit.ly/2ZucxiU