Merkén Smoked Chili 65% Cacao is a premium artisanal chocolate bar crafted by Óbolo Chocolate. This unique product combines rich, smooth 65% cacao chocolate with merkén, a traditional smoky and spicy chili pepper blend from the Mapuche culture in Chile.
The result is a complex and robust flavor profile that balances the deep, earthy notes of high-quality cacao with the distinctive smoky spiciness of merkén. The chocolate is made using sustainably sourced beans and is part of Óbolo's commitment to ethical and environmental responsibility.
Producer
Óbolo Chocolate is the first bean-to-bar chocolate maker in Chile, founded with the vision of combining quality, sustainability, and local identity. Its founder, Mark Gerrits, who in 2015 decided to fully dedicate himself to chocolate, created a brand that uses carefully selected cocoa beans from Amazonian regions, processed and crafted in Chile.
The assortment includes single-origin chocolate bars, drinking chocolate, ceremonial cacao, pralines, and gift boxes, all produced in vegan, gluten-free, and soy-free varieties. A strong emphasis is placed on sustainability, with compostable packaging and an ethical approach to sourcing.
Their chocolate workshop and boutique is located in the artistic district of Barrio Italia in Santiago, where visitors can experience chocolate as an authentic journey. Óbolo is a brand recognized for its strong character and distinctive terroir, awarded at international competitions and valued for its transparency and social responsibility.