Single origin chocolate is premium chocolate made using cocoa beans sourced from one specific country, region or plantation. Unlike chocolate made from a blend of cocoa beans from different origins, single origin chocolate reflects the distinctive characteristics of the place where its cocoa is grown.

Much like coffee or wine, the origin and growing conditions of cocoa beans can influence the chocolate’s flavour and aroma, creating distinctive tasting notes and flavour profiles. This provenance gives chefs and chocolatiers an opportunity to select chocolate for both its individual flavour characteristics and the story behind its origin.

Single origin chocolate is particularly valued by professional chefs, pastry chefs and artisan chocolatiers and features prominently in premium desserts, chocolate creations and tasting menus, where flavour, provenance and storytelling can add value to the finished dish.