There is a comment that says the quality of Cocoa is 2-star sold as 4 1/2 star. Was is yur opinion on this please? Thank you so much and was it really a "Frontier" brand?
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When I ordered, I received the real-deal Frontier brand. It was NOT a cheap knockoff and was NOT 2-star quality, definitely 4-star or better. I made a Black Forest cake recipe with it and the results were awesome.
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I found this to be a very good Cocoa. The brand said Frontier so I assume it was frontier, organic and fair trade as well.
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All I can tell you is that it is a deeper, richer chocolate and will restock this brand when I need more.
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Someone else commented that it does not smell like cocoa, however the one I reveived smelled very much like chocolate! It was a wonderful scent, and I almost didn't need to add any other fragrance to the recipe.
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Hi Jose, That's a good question and I didn't think to check to see how much cocoa powder I actually received. I'm almost finished with this one, and I usually buy from other companies. I'd suggest contacting the seller or company. If it's not the amount it claims to be I would think you can get a refund (if you've already bought it) as it's incorrect advertizing. Good luck!
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Nice review! Just a comment about the hot cocoa thing... there are other varieties available, a very good one from Ghirardelli (who ARE known for the chocolate). So, I wouldn't say it's a drawback. There are also the same assortment of non-latte teas available.
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I don't know about it being organic. But the seller is new, and trying to promote their product. So they've been sending individualized e-mails to customers who purchase on Amazon in order to encourage feedback. (I assume they're sending them to everyone, because I received two.) They haven't pushed me to say anything in particular, but have simply asked if I was happy with the product, and if I would be willing to provide a review. They are also offering a variety of deals right now, such as 50% off your next purchase. (There's a paper coupon included with the jojoba oil I bought with a code to use on my next purchase.) I don't remember whether I gave it four or five stars, but whatever comments I left were mine, and not influenced by the seller's suggestion. I don't know whether this is the same experience everyone else has had.
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I have. The result, using great chocolate, is great. Using, mediocre chocolate, it's still very good.
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Angele: I was describing the coffee I received. There are companies selling inferior quality products using quality brand names. Maybe I just got a bad batch. I recommend a coffee you can buy in American supermarkets called PEETS Coffee Major Dickason Blend (ground). Quite good. http://www.gianteagle.com/ProductImages/PRODUCT_NODE_369/785357836563.jpg
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Obviously, the chocolate was bought in bulk and repackaged for sale to the individual consumer. I bought it and it was fine, much better quality than chocolate I can buy at the supermarket. Every outlet I can buy smaller quantities from, repackages. I don't know how you expect your question to be answered by a previous buyer. If you don't like it after you use it, don't buy it again. I certainly would buy it again and I have used all the fine chocolate brands.
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To be honest, I'm not convinced. I have to tell you though, I wouldn't give this stuff to my worst enemy. There are other more quality brands out there. This one has some not so good stuff in it. Look into Urban moonshine maple flavored. 1000% better. I am not a rep for their product either. Just someone that has tasted both and threw this one out.
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Try it from your store first if you have doubts. My experience is that it has a whole grain texture. I like it.
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I believe so. The texture and quality is good, however, it does not smell like chocolate. There is a new kind of cocoa being grown in South America and it is so mild it doesn't have the trademark scent.
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Shalom my Friend; have a wonderful day. The whole product line processed and sold by this is distributor in my opinion is one of total and absolute quality; from the factory processing, cleaned, crisp and sealed to the direct shipping to the front door, I consume them directly from the bag sprinkling them on anything I can. I will tell you that you can not go wrong with purchasing this or any other product from their product line; breath deep, smile,laugh and dance whenever you get the chance, and continually live and be well shalom. kosheen
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Yes, it is. It was rated by Cooks Illustrated as the number one DUTCH cocoa. I know - its not clearly labeled and I don't get that.
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I don't know but this package showed up damaged. Cocoa powder was all over the box and all it's other contents. I'd shy away from this product for that alone.
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Oh, you meant the cocoa. It contains a caffeine type drug, theobomine I believe is how it is spelled. Look it up online.I can't have caffeine, but I can have hot cocoa. It is almost impossible to fine cocoa that is not Dutch processed with alkali. The quality of cocoa you find is not the best now, no matter how much you pay. You can contact Frontier or any cocoa seller and find out what is in the cocoa and how it is processed. You want cocoa with no sugar, no sweetener. I add stevia to sweeten cocoa.
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Hi Andrew,This is the real thing. It has the strong aroma of chocolate and the texture is pure. I have already used this in one of my chocolate recipes which was wonderful, and I have also used this for my skin. What I like about this one is that it is both edible and for skin, which also means it is 100% raw. You will sometimes find people selling cocoa butter for only external uses, Always look for that and don't buy it. But this cocoa is the real deal and I love it. Enjoy it anyway you please, :)
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This cacao I get is of Extraordinary quality and from Ecuador. From what I can tell, Rapunsel's is from Dominican Republic. The Pure Natural Miracles is 100% Ecuadorian Arriba, the highest quality you can find and I have used it for a long, long time and it is in a class of it's own... it is also Raw, organic cacao or cocoa as some refers to it. The one you asked about here does not seem to be Raw. Hope this helps in your buying decision.