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Peruvian Cacao

Peru, home to 60% of the world’s cacao tree varieties and the second-largest producer of organic cacao, offers a treasure trove of unique and flavorful beans for discerning businesses. Whether you’re crafting specialty chocolate, developing innovative cosmetics, or exploring new flavor profiles for your food and beverage products, Peruvian cacao provides the quality and diversity you need to stand out in the market.

Raw Materials: Cacao · Meet the Growers · Sustainability

Cacao Porcelana: The Jewel of Piura and Tumbes

Cacao Porcelana, a rare Criollo variety from Piura and Tumbes, is prized for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and delicate almond notes.

Low acidity for a smooth, balanced flavor
High fat content ensures a creamy mouthfeel
Rare and limited availability adds exclusivity

Cacao Chuncho: The Pride of Cusco

Cultivated by the Matsiguenga communities in Cusco, Cacao Chuncho delivers intense aroma, dried fruit and spice notes, and a luxurious creamy texture.

Creamy texture for indulgent chocolates
Complex aroma with spicy, fruity nuances
Ideal for specialty cacao ceremonies

Cacao Pangoa: The Native Treasure of Junín

Sourced from Junín’s Pangoa district, this Criollo variety features white, sweet beans and a harmonious fruit-and-nut flavor profile.

Balanced sweetness and acidity
Versatile for chocolate, beverages, and baking
Sustainably harvested, supporting local farmers

Partner with Amazon Andes

At Amazon Andes, we work directly with Peruvian farmers using sustainable practices that protect biodiversity and uplift communities. We offer a range of cacao powders—from fine beverage blends to rich baking varieties—each tailored to your application.