Sustainable Chocolate Sourcing | Transparent Trade & Impact — Chocolate

Chocolate lovers, have you ever wondered what sets craft chocolate apart from mass-produced chocolate? While all chocolate may seem similar at first glance, there’s a world of difference in ingredients, sourcing, flavour, and ethics. If you’re passionate about high-quality, ethically sourced chocolate, here’s what you need to know. 1. Ingredients: What’s Really in Your Chocolate? The best bean-to-bar chocolate starts with two simple ingredients: fine-flavor cacao and a natural sweetener like coconut sugar or honey. Small-batch chocolate makers prioritize:✅ Single-origin cacao beans for a richer, more complex flavor✅ Minimal ingredients—no artificial flavors, emulsifiers, or preservatives✅ Healthier alternatives to refined sugar,...

Maybe you have been hearing about the recent spike in the cost of cocoa and worried about how this might affect your chocolate-loving ways. Let me break this down to help you understand a little bit more about why this is happening and what we’re doing here at Viva Cacao to continue to offer the best quality vegan chocolate available in these unprecedented times. Climate change and disease have lowered the African cacao harvest which is where 70% of the world's cocoa comes from.  Because of this, the big players, such as Nestle, Mars, and Hershey’s have essentially scoured the...

In an era where environmental sustainability is more critical than ever, the importance of sustainability in the food and beverage industry cannot be overstated. This sector, known for its substantial contribution to waste and carbon emissions, is uniquely responsible for adopting eco-friendly practices. At Viva Cacao, we are committed to leading by example to create a more sustainable future.  Overcoming Packaging Challenges at Viva Cacao At Viva Cacao, one of our most significant challenges was finding sustainable packaging. Traditional packaging materials are not biodegradable and contribute to long-term environmental pollution. We were determined to find a solution aligned with our...