Our approach to cacao sourcing
We source cocoa beans and cacao fruit ingredients directly from growers and processing partners across the world's key origins, selected for quality, traceability and consistency rather than a single plantation of origin.
A curated network of origins
Our sourcing network can draw on several of the world's established cocoa-growing regions. The mix we offer at any given time depends on season, quality and the profile a buyer is looking for.
- Ivory Coast & GhanaWest Africa
- Ecuador & PeruSouth America
- Dominican RepublicCaribbean
- IndonesiaSoutheast Asia
- Cameroon & NigeriaCentral & West Africa
What we look for at origin
Every partner in our network is assessed against the same criteria before a lot reaches a buyer.
Fermentation & quality control
Cut tests, moisture control and sensory evaluation at origin, so the beans and derived ingredients we offer meet a consistent quality bar.
Traceability & documentation
Lot-level tracking back to origin, with certificates of analysis and phytosanitary documentation available on request for import clearance.
Responsible sourcing
We favour partners who pay fair prices for whole pods and invest in growers, and who manage fermentation and drying with care for the surrounding environment.
From fermentation to your production line
The same steps apply whichever origin a lot comes from.
Pods are harvested and opened, and the beans, still covered in pulp, are fermented in boxes or heaps for several days to develop the precursors of chocolate flavour.
Beans are sun-dried to a target moisture level, then sample-cut to check fermentation quality, colour and the presence of defects before a lot is accepted.
Certificates of analysis, phytosanitary certificates and other market-specific paperwork are prepared ahead of shipment.
Beans can be supplied as is, or processed further into cocoa butter, cocoa liquor and cocoa powder to match what your production line needs.
Looking for a specific origin or profile?
Tell us what you are trying to source and we will check availability across our network.