Coffee & Chocolate: A Roaster's Perspective
The perfect couple | It’s no accident that coffeehouses and cafes world-wide ubiquitously present an array of chocolate-laden menu items. From the mocha to pain au chocolate and a dipped biscotti in between, coffee and chocolate are nearly two peas, er, fruits in a pod. Literally.
Common origins | Coffee and Cocoa beans are grown in many of the same regions and become fermented fruit. While coffee beans originated in the mountains of Yemen, Cocoa beans first took root in Mexico and Guatemala.
The artisan’s hands | From the roaster to the chocolatier, artisans skillfully create their masterpieces, both utilizing science and artistry to extract the right balance and character. As such, there is no substitute for quality in either pursuit.
