This week we’ll
introduce you to the bar that was our inspiration for starting bar hopping
[chocolate]. As we mentioned in our first post, Laura discovered
this bar while living abroad. It is a Russian brand, восхищение, which translates
to "admiration". We think you’ll
definitely admire this bar after giving it a taste. As always, we’ll be comparing this to our base bar.
Initial
Impressions:
When separating the
squares, the snap is firmer than our base bar and is so firm it’s audible. The
color of this bar is much more brown and has no red tones like our base
bar. This bar is earthy and
unadulterated in smell, while our base bar smells much sweeter and can be
tasted and is noticeable in how even though it’s dry, it’s still a smooth
texture.
Flavor Profile:
Initial – Very mild
and earthy
Middle – Strong
acidic and spicy tones
After – Clean
finish
Texture:
This bar’s purity
definitely can be tasted and is noticeable in how even though it’s dry, it’s
still a smooth texture.
Overall:
Laura:
When I first found this bar, I was skeptical that a
100% chocolate bar would taste good, I had taken the occasional nibble on a bar
of generic baking chocolate and so I equated this taste with all 100%
chocolate. My friend recommended it so
highly that as a dark chocolate snob, I could no longer resist my
curiosity. The bar was unbelievably delicious,
the quality was almost palpable and the chocolate taste was practically
perfect. I love love love this bar
dipped in a jar of almond or peanut butter.
Mmmmm.
Rating: 9/10
*Notes:
Purchased outside
of the U.S., available on Amazon
Price range under $15
Next week, we’ll
dive into a bar of handmade, artisanal chocolate from France given to us as a
gift!
For now savor: “Reminiscent of childhood memories,
luxury, sweetness and sensuality, chocolate is more than just a food -- it is
therapy.” – Christelle Le Ru, Passion
Chocolat
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