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Where Chocolate Begins

From seed to bar, our journey starts in the heart of Ecuador with pure ingredients, honest methods, and a deep respect for tradition.

Our story begins in the lush lands of Caluma, Ecuador-where cacao trees thrive among tropical fruits, pure water, and mineral-rich volcanic soil. We are not just chocolate makers; we are cacao growers, caretakers of the land, and storytellers through flavor.

By growing, harvesting, and crafting every bar on our own farm, we ensure quality, transparency, and authenticity from root to wrapper.

We believe chocolate should do more than taste good it should do good. That’s why each bar supports sustainable farming, community development, and water conservation.

When you choose our chocolate, you're not just enjoying a rich, natural flavor. You're also becoming part of a movement that honors people, the planet, and the powerful legacy of Ecuadorian cacao.

MISSION

Our mission is to craft exceptional products at the source, using verified, sustainable ingredients grown on our own farms in Caluma, Ecuador. We are committed to environmental stewardship, social impact, and transparent practices that connect conscious consumers to the people and land behind everything we create.

What makes our products unique?
The True Birthplace of Chocolate: Recent archaeological discoveries confirm that cacao was first cultivated in what is now Ecuador making our land the original home of chocolate.

Ideal Growing Conditions: Our farmland is rich in volcanic minerals, surrounded by biodiversity, and blessed with a climate that’s perfect for growing high-quality cacao.

Grown at the Perfect Altitude: At 532 yards above sea level, our cacao benefits from clean mountain air and fertile surroundings. Nearby fruit crops like oranges, soursop, mangoes, and plantains enrich the flavor profile naturally.

Clean and Cadmium-Free: Located far from industrial or oil-producing areas, our cacao is grown in pollution-free conditions resulting in beans free of cadmium and other contaminants.

Single-Origin, Fully Traceable: Unlike many brands that source cacao from unknown suppliers, we grow all of our own cacao plants. We know exactly where every bean comes from because we planted it. Community Impact
When you buy Caluma Chocolate, you’re doing more than enjoying an incredible flavor you’re supporting a system that works for people and the planet. Every bar helps:

Protect clean water by preserving two natural water systems on our farm.

Support sustainable farming by training local growers in eco-friendly practices.

Fund education for children in low-income rural schools.

Empower farm workers with fair wages and long-term opportunities.

Celebrate identity by preserving Ecuador’s cacao-growing heritage and community pride.

What makes our products unique?

  • The True Birthplace of Chocolate: Recent archaeological discoveries confirm that cacao was first cultivated in what is now Ecuador making our land the original home of chocolate.
  • Ideal Growing Conditions:Our farmland is rich in volcanic minerals, surrounded by biodiversity, and blessed with a climate that’s perfect for growing high-quality cacao.
  • Grown at the Perfect Altitude: At 532 yards above sea level, our cacao benefits from clean mountain air and fertile surroundings. Nearby fruit crops like oranges, soursop, mangoes, and plantains enrich the flavor profile naturally.
  • Clean and Cadmium-Free: Located far from industrial or oil-producing areas, our cacao is grown in pollution-free conditions resulting in beans free of cadmium and other contaminants.
  • Single-Origin, Fully Traceable: Unlike many brands that source cacao from unknown suppliers, we grow all of our own cacao plants. We know exactly where every bean comes from because we planted it.

Community Impact

When you buy Caluma Chocolate, you’re doing more than enjoying an incredible flavor you’re supporting a system that works for people and the planet. Every bar helps:
  • Protect clean water by preserving two natural water systems on our farm.
  • Support sustainable farming by training local growers in eco-friendly practices.
  • Fund education for children in low-income rural schools.
  • Empower farm workers with fair wages and long-term opportunities.
  • Celebrate identity by preserving Ecuador’s cacao-growing heritage and community pride.

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