RAW COCOA BEANS -TANZANIA Mbingu Kokoa Kamili Farm
Description
The cocoa beans are fermented and dried, not roasted.
Region: Morogoro, Kilombero Valley, Tanzania
Genetics: Trinitario
Flavor Profile: Fruity, with notes of apricot and mandarin, complemented by a creamy caramel toffee finish.
Fermentation: The beans are fermented in wooden boxes for 5–7 days, followed by complete sun-drying.
About Kokoa Kamili
Kokoa Kamili is an award-winning cocoa company dedicated to ethical sourcing and exceptional quality. Based in the village of Mbingu—meaning "Heaven" in Swahili—within Tanzania's remote Kilombero Valley, the company works directly with hundreds of smallholder farmers, purchasing freshly harvested wet cocoa beans immediately after harvest.
All fermentation and drying are carried out centrally at Kokoa Kamili's processing facility, ensuring consistent quality and meticulous control over every stage of post-harvest processing. This centralized approach has helped establish Tanzania as one of the world's most exciting origins for fine-flavor cocoa.
Raw Cocoa Beans – A Healthy Snack with Pure Cocoa Flavor
Raw cocoa beans are considered a natural superfood, rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, flavonoids, and theobromine—naturally occurring compounds that contribute to overall well-being. Enjoying a small amount of raw cocoa every day is a simple way to experience cocoa in its purest form.
How to Enjoy Raw Cocoa Beans
Raw cocoa beans can be eaten exactly as they are. Their flavor is very different from conventional chocolate: less sweet, slightly bitter, pleasantly dry, and wonderfully crunchy. They offer an authentic cocoa experience that reveals the bean's natural complexity.
If you prefer a touch of sweetness, try dipping the beans in a little honey to balance their natural bitterness.
Recommended Daily Intake
Adults: 5–10 cocoa beans per day.
Children: 2–5 cocoa beans per day.
Once the outer shell is removed, the bean separates into cocoa nibs. These can be added to smoothies, sprinkled over muesli, granola, or breakfast cereals, or mixed with nuts and dried fruit to create a nutritious and naturally energizing snack.
