Maverick Chocolate Co.: 80% Tanzania Dark Chocolate
This blend of dark chocolate sweetened with organic cane sugar is a tribute to the hard-working cocoa farmers from Kokoa Kamili in Tanzania who produce these priceless fresh beans. No milk, no soy, no additives – pure and simple which highlights the nuances of interesting and evolving flavors on tasting.
Quick Look
80% Tanzania Dark Chocolate is:
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Low Calorie
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Vegan-Friendly
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Zero Sodium
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Gluten-Free
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Paleo Friendly
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Non-GMO
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DirectTrade verified
Ingredients:
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Cocoa Beans 80% Minimum
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Organic Cane Sugar 20%
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May contain trace of peanuts, tree nuts, wheat and milk products
Nutritional Overview:
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Total Bag Size:
65g -
Servings Per Bar:
2.3 (28g per serving) -
Low Calorie:
167 cal/serving -
Sugar:
6g/serving -
High Fiber:
3g/serving -
Protein:
2g/serving -
Carbs:
12g/serving
Pros
Among the highest scoring foods that we have tested!
Containing:
Polyphenols 465mg/serving.
Flavanols 57mg/serving.
Catechins 7.33mg/serving.
These help prevent oxidative stress.
It may help lower high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
It may lower stress levels associated with hormones such as cortisol.
It may stimulate New Nerve Cells growth involved in memory.It contains 3g/serving of dietary fiber which means 10% of DV! When you eat this chocolate you will feel more satisfied and will definitely eat less.
Support digestion and build muscle.
It may behave as a prebiotic food.
Cons
Cravings! As with any sweet treats…
It contains caffeine 12mg/serving and can be associated with hyper activity.
For 28g only contains 2g of protein.
No recommended for Ketogenic diet. Since you will eat 24% of carbs allowed per day.
On the daily basis, following 2000 cal/day you will eat 5.33% of recommended carbs per day, according to Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
It contains 16% of recommended sugar per day in a 2000cal/day, according to Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
It contains trace of peanuts, tree nuts, wheat and milk products.
Dietary Information
Maverick developed a dessert that is vegan-friendly using 80% TANZANIA DARK CHOCOLATE. Gluten-Free, Zero Sodium, Paleo-Friendly and Non-GMO. 167 calories or less per serving. 3g of high fiber per serving.
Information on Allergies: Produced at a facility that also processes: Wheat, Milk, Eggs, Peanuts, Almonds, Coconut, and Hazelnuts. Devoid of soy. Vegan.
Concerning the Cacao…
Single origin dark chocolate made by Maverick from beans from Kokoa Kamilli in Tanzania’s Kilombero Valley is a tasty treat. Over the years, we’ve worked with people from Kokoa Kamili in Tanzania, and it has been one of their best experiences.
Awards
International Chocolate Salon Awards
2019 – Gold Medal Best Taste
2019 – Gold Medal Best Texture
2019 – Silver Best Dark Chocolate Bar
2019 – Honorable Mention
