Single Origin

Grown in the shade of the Mekong Delta's sweetest coconuts, Bến Tre Province's cacao speaks to the sweetness and strength of its people. The flavors range from dried coconut to young banana, but always remind us of the good that sprouts out of the ground in Vietnam.

Some of the Mekong Delta's most delicate cacao flourishes on island orchards that lie just a boat ride away from Saigon. Look for subtle traces of cinnamon and honey in this highly accessible chocolate.

The jungle hills of Đồng Nai Province lie northeast of Saigon. There, avocado farmers cultivate a cacao that coats the palate in the creamy, sweet and sour flavors of a tropical fruit parfait.

This cacao thrives at the foot of lush forested hills in Vietnam's central highlands. Lâm Đồng Province's cool mountains yield a mild chocolate, but look alive for traces of prune, raisin and espresso.

Durian and lychee farmers in Bà Rịa Province cultivate bright, bold cacao in red ferrous soil and coastal air seasoned by the East Sea. Expect a black current beginning and a bright candied orange finish.

The most recent addition to Marou fruited amid the climbing tendrils of Đắk Lắk Province's renown black pepper vines. Scan this mild, pleasant chocolate for traces of cashew nut and earth.