Madecasse, 70%

Shalt not cry wolf
Lest ye face the bite
so hold thine tongue
to allow a might

Madecasse develops an extraordinary flavor -- bold, crisp and fruity. The chocolate is a pliable one, enough snap to survive, but very friendly to a bite. The bar itself is billed as rich and fruity, and it fits -- think a ripe fig embedded throughout the squares. I am very impressed with both Madecasse offerings I have enjoyed -- the resiliant mouth feel leaves you craving more. This is certainly part of the discussion of best of bard.

At-a-glance
Form: Bar
Cacao: 70%
Variety: Dark
Origin: Madagascar

Theo's Bread and Chocolate, 70%

Hast I found ye,
Best thing since sliced bread?
Or within a better vessel
Dost ye now tread?

From Theo's 3400 Phinney collection hails an interesting formula: 70% chocolate, sea salt and breadcrumbs. While some bars featuring sea salt squirrel it away, the taste is clear and present here. The breadcrumbs are also accounted for, and provide a terrific texture and a slight crunch. The chocolate gets lost a bit.

Worth noting that Theo is the only Organic, Fair Trade, Fair for Life certified Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Factory in North America.

The bar itself is memorable and the collection is very intriguing.

At-a-glance
Form: Bar
Variety: Dark
Cacao: 70%

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