by CocoTerra | Feb 27, 2025 | Chocolate Facts
Can you name the most common ingredients in chocolate? You might know some—if you have deep chocolate knowledge, maybe you know all of them! But have you ever wondered how these ingredients shape your favorite chocolate’s flavor, texture, and quality? ...
by CocoTerra | Feb 25, 2025 | Chocolate Facts
Did you know that chocolate was first enjoyed as a bitter, frothy drink? Over 3,000 years, Mesoamerican civilizations like the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs ground cacao beans and mixed them with water, spices, and sometimes maize. This was a sacred beverage for them and...
by CocoTerra | Feb 20, 2025 | Chocolate Facts
Waking up in 2025 feels different—so much has changed over the past decade. Technology is advancing at an incredible pace, from AI to Ag Tech, reshaping the way we live, work, and eat. Speaking of progress, let’s talk about one of the most fascinating developments in...
by CocoTerra | Jan 28, 2025 | Chocolate Facts
If you love chocolate and enjoy exploring new flavors, this post is for you! You may have heard of blonde chocolate, but have you ever come across amber chocolate? If not, you’re in for a delicious discovery. Both undergo a caramelization process, but “blonde”...
by CocoTerra | Jan 7, 2025 | Chocolate Facts
Sugar plays a crucial role in how we experience chocolate. It’s not just about sweetness—it affects texture, balance, and how the flavor develops in your mouth. When you eat chocolate, two things are happening at the same time; the cocoa butter is melting from the...
by CocoTerra | Dec 12, 2024 | Chocolate Facts
Walk into any grocery store, and you’ll be greeted with an entire aisle dedicated to chocolate—rows upon rows of brands, flavors, and varieties. The choices are endless, from dark and intense to sweet and creamy. But amidst all these options, do you ever stop to ask,...