70% Dark Chocolate

Camino Verde | Ecuador

Single-Origin Series

Our single-origin chocolate bars are crafted using cocoa beans harvested from one specific region, country, or even a single farm. We don’t blend our beans from various countries to create a uniform flavor. Single-origin chocolate celebrates the unique “terroir” of its specific home. Just like fine wine or specialty coffee, the soil, climate, and local farming traditions shape the natural flavor of the bean. When you eat a single-origin bar, you are tasting the distinct, unblended essence of a single place on Earth.

Nestled in Ecuador’s lush Guayas region, Camino Verde bridges traditional farming with advanced fermentation science to produce scientifically tailored, ethically sourced Neo-Nacional beans. At Clear Water Cocoa Company, our partnership with microbiologist Vicente Norero brings this innovative, flavor-dense Ecuadorian heritage straight to the Chippewa Valley through our meticulous small-batch roasting process.

Tasting Notes

When I think chocolate, I think of Camino Verde. These beans produce a classic chocolate, brownie-like profile, accented by nutty undertones and a smooth lingering finish.

Roasting Profile

We apply a gentle, low-and-slow roasting profile. This precise heat control curbs aggressive volatile acids, perfectly drawing out Camino Verde’s signature notes of deep fudge and toasted almond.

Ingredients

Organic cocoa beans

Organic cocoa butter

Organic cane sugar

Storage

Store leftover chocolate in a cool dark place between 60°F and 68°F (15°C–20°C).

CAMINO VERDE | ECUADOR

About Camino Verde Ecuador

The Origin

Nestled in the lush Guayas region near Guayaquil, Ecuador, Camino Verde represents the cutting edge of modern cacao production. Founded and led by microbiologist Vicente Norero, the estate operates as a centralized fermentary that bridges the gap between traditional Ecuadorian farming and advanced fermentation science. Norero’s background allows him to treat the post-harvest process like a laboratory, fine-tuning fermentation to unlock precise, consistent notes of rich fudge, toasted almond, and delicate florals.

Our Partnership

At Clear Water Cocoa Company, we value transparency and technical excellence. Sourcing these exceptional Neo-Nacional beans allows us to bring Ecuador’s heritage straight to the Chippewa Valley. Through careful small-batch roasting, we honor Camino Verde’s innovation, ensuring every bar reflects sustainability and uncompromising quality.

70% Dark Chocolate