Tibito - Arauca Dark 70% Cacao is a dark chocolate made from cacao grown in Colombia’s Arauca region, renowned for its exceptional beans cultivated along the Venezuelan border. This single-origin chocolate preserves the authentic character of its terroir, highlighting the natural complexity of locally sourced cacao.
Its flavor profile reveals rich notes of caramel and roasted hazelnuts, complemented by subtle hints of lemon and orange that add a refreshing balance. The texture is smooth and creamy, allowing the aromas to unfold gradually with a long, pleasant finish.
Tibito, based in Bogotá, is dedicated to processing Colombian cacao locally and supporting farmers across various regions, ensuring the preservation of native varieties. Arauca Dark 70% combines the strength of South American cacao with the refined elegance of artisanal craftsmanship, delivering a pure and harmoniously balanced chocolate of remarkable aromatic depth.
Producer
Tibitó Chocolate is a Colombian chocolate maker based in Bogotá, renowned for its authentic approach that blends tradition, local identity, and contemporary flavor design. The brand was founded by Gustavo Pradilla with the goal of showcasing the full potential of Colombian cacao—long regarded as some of the finest in the world, yet rarely represented through finished products within the country itself.
Tibitó follows the bean-to-bar philosophy, meaning it controls the entire process from sourcing the beans to crafting the final chocolate bar. Only essential ingredients are used - cacao mass, sugar, and sunflower lecithin - without additives that could mask the natural character of the beans.
Each chocolate expresses the distinctive sensory signature of its region of origin, with flavor profiles ranging from fruity and citrusy to caramel, coffee, and nutty notes. The chocolates are handcrafted in small batches, with a focus on purity of flavor and balanced texture.
The brand is increasingly recognized in international markets, where its products are valued for their clear expression of terroir and refined sensory depth. In the world of fine chocolate, Tibitó stands as a true ambassador of Colombian cacao - combining local expertise, respect for the land, and a modern artisanal spirit.