Goodnow Farms - Asochivite, Guatemala 77%

Goodnow Farms - Asochivite, Guatemala 77%Ranked in the Top 100 Chocolates in the World. Origin & CraftsmanshipThis bar is part of Goodnow Farms direct trade, bean to bar lineup, made with single origin cacao from Asochivite, a small farming community in the highlands of Guatemala. The cacao is grown by Qeqchi Maya farmers who handle careful harvesting, fermentation, and drying practices, then crafted by Goodnow Farms into chocolate that truly reflects its origin vibrant, floral, and terroir

Ranked in the Top 100 Chocolates in the World.

Origin & Craftsmanship
This bar is part of Goodnow Farms’ direct-trade, bean-to-bar lineup, made with single-origin cacao from Asochivite, a small farming community in the highlands of Guatemala. The cacao is grown by Q’eqchi’ Maya farmers who handle careful harvesting, fermentation, and drying practices, then crafted by Goodnow Farms into chocolate that truly reflects its origin — vibrant, floral, and terroir-rich.

Flavor Profile
At 77% cacao, this bar delivers a balanced yet expressive experience. It opens with floral and tropical fruit notes, then evolves into sweet raisin and honeyed undertones, and finishes with a smooth, deep cocoa richness that lingers. The result is dark chocolate with depth and nuance — intense but approachable, with layered complexity.

Tasting & Pairing Guide

Let a square melt slowly on your tongue to allow its fruit-bright top notes to emerge first, followed by the floral mid-palate and mellow cocoa finish.
Pair this bar with a medium-bodied red wine like a young Pinot Noir or Grenache to echo its fruity complexity. For a non-alcoholic experience, a floral oolong tea or lightly roasted black tea gently accentuates its nuanced profile. To add texture and interplay, enjoy alongside dried apricots, toasted pecans, or almond biscotti — all of which echo and elevate the chocolate’s layered character.

Summary

The Asochivite, Guatemala 77% bar from Goodnow Farms is an elegant, origin-driven chocolate that balances fruity brightness with rich cocoa depth. Its floral complexity and refined finish make it a compelling choice for explorers of terroir-rich craft chocolate.