Endangered Species Chocolate Cocoa Made Organic 3 Oz Bar (Pink Himalay

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Stale and unedibleI just received 12 bars and they were absolutely stale and discolored . Threw them out and reordered. I used to love these but if this happens again I've no choice but to move on to another brand. They should be replaced at no additional cost. Very disappointed.1Love the chocolate, but this batch had bloomed.Love this chocolate, love the mission. Nothing critical to say about the product itself. One comment on this particular batch, though, is that many of my bars have bloomed on one end. Still edible - have used it to make hot cocoa.5My favorite widely-available chocolate!!!...intense, earthy, roasted flavor; in affordable pricing and it supports a good cause!This is definitely my favorite go-to chocolate which is affordable but still top quality.If you are looking at this product and reviews, chances are you have already eaten a lot of dark chocolate. If you haven t, this isn t a great place to start given the cacoa content is so high (I found this out myself the hard way). I used to eat mainly milk chocolate, which is primarily sugar. I initially tried an 85% dark and despised it. I then worked my way up starting with like a 45%, then 60%, than 72%, then 85%, then 88-100%...which worked a lot better as my taste could adapt to the change (for better or worse [better for me as I need to watch my dietary intake and want the health benefits of dark chocolate], standard commercial milk chocolate is now so overly sweet to me that I cannot eat it.)The flavor notes to Panther are intensely full-bodied, bitter, and of strong earthy taste and a hint of vanilla and smoke the strong earthy flavor is similar to many fine dark chocolates made with Jamaican beans. This earthy flavor is a strongly love/hate sort of thing, and it will probably result in you, a) loving this chocolate, or b) despising it, as such bold flavors have few middle grounds. I personally love it.The ingredients that go into it are pure it s a fantastic cocoa base. Even at 88% cocoa content, the start and finish still have smooth notes to them, and the aftertaste is pleasant compared to many other dark chocolates of similar type. The ingredients also have a lot of integrity behind them. While not a make-or-break to my decision of chocolate, the ethical trading, preservation awareness, and them donating 10% of their profits (which is a huge percentage amount and incredibly generous) appeals to me as an added bonus and is another of many reasons I like Endangered Species Chocolates.The health effects are also there. It s come to light that cocoa contains numerous minerals and antioxidants that are linked to improving health. It s also come to light that dark chocolate tastes better than other chocolates, plus it has more health benefits from the higher cocoa content and fewer fillers and chemicals. So it comes as no shocker than dark chocolate has become huge! Naturally-processed chocolate is going to have the most health benefits (and use the fewest chemicals). Endangered Species does just that, as they do not process their Panther with alkaloids ( dutching ), which nukes all of the good things in cocoa we can benefit from. The reason I got into dark chocolates to begin with was because I was getting fat on milk chocolate and wanted to still enjoy chocolate but without the sugar rush, plus get the health benefit of cocoa. This is a great choice for just that a 20 ounce bottle of soda has more sugar in than A POUND of Endangered Species Panther! The sugar is incredibly low when dark chocolate gets to 90% even people on highly restricted sugar diets can often eat 86%+ dark chocolate.And let s not forget the benefit to memory, increasing metabolic rate, and boosting energy. When I am running out of steam, I have a few of these. The caffeine content in them is high! It also has theobromine, and numerous alkaloids thought to increase energy and be linked to why chocolate is an aphrodisiac. If you don t believe me, have an ounce or two around 2 PM and watch what happens!So my vote is to give this a try if you like full-bodied, intense dark chocolate. It is a lot less expensive than most artisan brands, but it still delivers a flavor that it unique to their own product and has many simultaneous flavor notes. It tastes good, it s healthy, it s ethical, it supports a good cause, and it s affordable not too shabby if you ask me!5Great dark chocolate!I love this dark chocolate. It has a wonderfully complex flavor, and great texture in the mouth. It's not overly bitter, like some dark chocolates can be and it tastes fresh. Moreover, the bars have a good "snap" to them when you bite down.The bars are divided into 5 rows of 3 squares each. They are easy to snap apart to eat just the right amount. I find that a serving of 3 squares is the perfect size to get my chocolate fix, and that's only 78 calories!I've tried Lindt, Ghirardelli, and Hershey's dark chocolates and this is by far my favorite. The fact that some of the proceeds goes towards helping wildlife is just icing on the cake.All in all... yum!5The total package for dark chocolateI recently gave up most refined sugars and processed foods on a gut healthy diet, but dark chocolate (over 75% cacao) is allowed since it has a lot of fiber and low sugar. Most of the chocolate I found at the grocery store over 75% was kind of gross and way too bitter or cardboard-y for my taste. My chinese medicine acupuncturist suggested this one (which is 88%) and it's DELICIOUS. So DELICIOUS. Did I say DELICIOUS yet? I mean, it's not as great as milk chocolate, but if you're looking for the 'healthy' chocolate, this is your bar. I love that it is also a socially conscious company. Two thumbs way up on this one.588% dark chocolate::Steps up on chocolate packing-crate::This is my dark chocolate choice from now on, or until I find a certified vegan (this is made with equipment processing products containing milk), 100% organic, conservation-active, etc., company with standards exceeding this.I'm thrilled part of the expense is donated to help protect wildlife! The inside wrapper contains information about the jaguar. I had no idea their numbers have dwindled as much as they have, which is very sad. But I'm glad this company is raising awareness.Now; the chocolate. I'm a fanatic and eat a few squares of dark, high-cocoa-content chocolate almost daily. I've tried other brands, but most are hard and crumbly-dry similar to baking chocolate. Not exactly satisfying. Until I found this 88% bar.I'm amazed. This is rich, with the unctuous mouth-feel I've been looking for. I've made my own, so I know it's possible, but I don't have time and usually reserve chocolate-making for special occasions or when the mood strikes.Dark chocolate is best when it has depth and that's exactly what this has. Definitely deep, with layers of dark, complex flavor and a hint of smokiness similar to coffee. Earthy and heavy, like a sliver of a grown-up, rich chocolate cake; the sort that's completely satisfying for its size.I'll keep buying this in twelves as long as the price equals retail, but will purchase elsewhere otherwise.Try. This does not disappoint.5Buyer bewareSoooo disappointed. This chocolate was almost $40. I opened the first bar & it was extremely discolored. Opened another 2 just to see if it was that one bar. They are brittle, discolored and have no taste. My 6&7 y/o tried a piece & they thought it doesn t taste like it usually does . Almost expired as well, about 2 weeks from expiration date. It cost me $11 to return, not sure I ll even get my $ back1This is the best dark chocolate on the market as rated by ConsumerlabThis is the best dark chocolate on the market as rated by Consumerlab.com. It's got everything it's supposed to have and there is no dutching ever with this product. My only rub is the price. When I bought it last month from Amazon it was 29.99 for a 12 pack. Now it's over $48 for the same package. When I started using this product around 6 months ago it was $24. What gives and why??5Consumer Labs' Highest Recommendation for Nutritional Value, Taste, & PriceMy first order of a box of 12 bars arrived in excellent condition, inside and out. (They were fulfilled by Amazon.) Some have complained about a light-colored "bloom" on Endangered Species chocolate bars when they unwrap a bar. I have read that this is due to being exposed to high temperatures during shipping or storage. This was not my experience, but I placed this order in the cold month of January.I have also read that the surface bloom caused by heat does not affect flavor, and I really LOVE the taste of these bars. So, I plan to order one box of 12 every month throughout the year. However, I will be investigating further to be sure the level of flavanols in these chocolate bars is not negatively affected by exposure to heat, as when shipped in summer months, causing that surface bloom.Thankfully, the bars I received both look and taste very fresh. In fact, The Endangered Species 88% cocoa chocolate bar is the best chocolate I have ever tasted! I am enjoying 1 ounce every day with a cup of black coffee, both of which studies show will help keep my brain sharp as I age. I have found that without the coffee, it's impossible for me to eat just 1 ounce, no matter how hard I try! The taste experience of this bittersweet chocolate is just so good in my opinion.Smeone who likes sweet chocolate might not enjoy it as much, however. The flavanols and polyphenols in this dark chocolate are so good for our health, though, it is worth trying anyway. If one can't handle the bittersweet taste, one could always order cocoa flavanol capsules from a reputable company like CocoaVia. They are a more expensive source, but their capsules as well as these bars were both very highly rated by Consumer Labs as a nutritional supplement.IF I discover there is no way to avoid that "bloom" when ordering these chocolate bars in warm months AND IF I find higher temperatures reduce their nutritional value, I will downgrade my rating a star or two. I enjoy this chocolate daily, primarily to consume the unusually high dose of brain-protective flavanols contained in The Endangered Species darkest chocolate bar. If heat destroys the flavanols, I will just stock up during the cooler months. Not good for my budget, but it is still the least expensive way to supplement my diet with these highly effective, whole food nutrients. Many studies show they help with memory, mood, anxiety, and even provide some protection against brain neurotoxins.Why am I such a fan of this brand and type? After rigorous testing, Consumer Labs gives the 88% cocoa Endangered Species bar their highest recommendation as a health supplement due to its 1) very high per-calorie flavanol content, 2) containing almost no cadmium (while others can be very high), and 3) for being comparatively low cost considering its nutritional level and taste. Endangered Species gets its chocolate beans from West Africa, where cadmium in the soil is not a problem but child labor is. However, they don't buy from sources that use child labor. It is a Fair Trade company, which means a lot to me. They also donate 10% of their profit to protect endangered species around the world, another big plus in my opinion.Aside from all these very positive attributes, I just love the crisp SNAP when I bite into a piece - and its smooth, rich, deep cocoa smell and flavor! I am SO glad this chocolate bar is produced by a great company and that it has received Consumer Labs' highest recommendation! I now use it as both a daily supplement and for baking.5Box arrived damaged and previously openedMy box arrived tampered with. And it says I can t return it!?1

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Endangered Species Chocolate Cocoa Made Organic 3 Oz Bar (Pink Himalayan/Gluten Free), Eagle, (60%) Dark Chocolate with Caramel & Sea Salt, 12 Count, Pack of 12

Endangered Species Chocolate Cocoa Made Organic 3 Oz Bar (Pink Himalayan/Gluten Free), Eagle, (60%) Dark Chocolate with Caramel & Sea Salt, 12 Count, Pack of 12

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