Impact Chocolate Powder is made from high-quality Zorzal Comunitario cocoa from the Dominican Republic, grown through sustainable agroforestry methods that protect biodiversity and support local communities. This cocoa is part of the Cacao del Bosque initiative, where reforestation and cocoa production go hand in hand, so that each harvest both benefits the environment and ensures economic stability for farmers.
The careful cultivation and processing of this cocoa highlights deep chocolate flavors with natural sweetness and complexity.
In addition to its unique flavor profile, Impact Chocolate Powder is a product with a clear ethical foundation. Cocoa farmers receive 82% above market price in payment, reflecting their production costs rather than market fluctuations, giving them a more stable and sustainable income.
When you choose Impact Chocolate Powder, you not only get an exquisite taste experience, but also support more responsible and transparent cocoa production.
Jacob Kaya, founder of Mellow Chocolate, has stated the following about the cocoa powder:
"When I first came across Zorzal Cocoa, it was through Omar Caraballo, who is the fermentation expert at Zorzal. We were working on a fermentation project with a client at the time, where we were testing different methods during the cocoa fermentation. Omar generously shared his vast knowledge and helped experiment during the fermentation – something that really caught my interest and showed their skill and passion for cocoa.
Following this collaboration, we purchased our first sack of their cocoa about two years ago and were immediately impressed by the quality and taste. In addition to their expertise in cocoa fermentation, Zorzal is also part of an inspiring project in the Dominican Republic, where they combine cocoa production with nature conservation. Their work at Reserva Zorzal, a private bird sanctuary, is a model of how sustainability and agriculture can go hand in hand. They preserve 70% of their area as “forever wild” forest, supporting biodiversity and providing a safe habitat for rare bird species such as the Bicknell’s Thrush.
For us, it's not just about great cocoa, but also about supporting a producer who shares our values of ethics and innovation. Zorzal Cocoa allows us to create products with a story that connects taste, quality and responsibility."
