LAeQUA Organic Modica Chocolate (50% Cacao with Orange Peel) I.G.P.

Modica chocolate is the most famous not conched chocolate in the world and one of the signature products of Sicily.

It is prepared rigorously following an ancient tradition which confers the chocolate unique characteristics. Of all, the chief attribute and a strong principle Modica’s master chocolatiers value is the rawness of cold grinding cocoa, yes, the entire production process is performed almost entirely by hand and severely under 45℃. By not using conching the cane sugar crystals are kept from melting and the raw cocoa beans retain all the beneficial properties and complexity. Conching is the final stage of chocolate production where it is made smooth and homogeneous through mechanical kneading and usually the addition of cocoa butter and emulsifier.

The end result is a solid paste with a granular heart and a shiny coating.

In 2018 Modica chocolate was awarded with the IGP or PGI (protected geographical indication) mark.