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Organic Orange Blossom Water – SAVEUR DU MAROC
Added August 5th, 2015
A taste of Saveur du Maroc’s organic orange blossom water transported one judge back to “walking through orange groves in Sicily” while others marvelled at its beautiful aroma and fresh taste. Described as “alive with flavour”, the water is produced using fresh ingredients and centuries-old hand processing techniques. www.saveurdumaroc.co.uk
Show me more ▶ Watch the video reviewOrganic Argan Oil No. 1 Ardent Artisan – SAVEUR DU MAROC
Added August 5th, 2015
The “intense nutty character” of this entirely hand-produced oil wowed judges as they detected notes of toasted hazelnuts and almonds, popcorn and rice. Praised for its silky mouth coating texture, the oil was described by one judge as a “soft, oily hug” while another declared: “I could drink this by the pint.” www.saveurdumaroc.co.uk
Show me more ▶ Watch the video reviewMokhado Macadamia Nut Oil – MOKHADO
Added August 5th, 2015
This extra virgin macadamia nut oil enamoured the judging panel with an “amazing explosion of flavour on the tongue”. Some of the judges picked up a peppery kick following the nutty and buttery notes but all enthused about the oil’s potential in the kitchen. “A proper wow moment,” they said. www.mokhado.com
Show me more ▶ Watch the video reviewSicilian Pistachio Sorbet – LA GELATIERA
Added August 5th, 2015
This “innovative” dairy-free sorbet, which is suitable for vegans, is made with pure Bronte pistachios and Maldon sea salt flakes. Its “rich and creamy texture” seduced the judging panel as they tasted both toasted pistachio flakes and the salt loud and clear. www.lagelatiera.co.uk
Show me more ▶ Watch the video reviewTonde Gentille Hazelnut Gelato – LA GELATIERA
Added August 5th, 2015
La Gelatiera makes this gelato with Jersey milk and cream and Tonda Gentile hazelnuts from Piedmont in Italy. Judges picked up on how well this product was churned to create a smooth and non-greasy texture. They also applauded it for its “beguiling” hazelnut flavour and not being too sweet. www.lagelatiera.co.uk
Show me more ▶ Watch the video reviewKalamansi Lime Caramel – ROCOCO CHOCOLATES
Added August 5th, 2015
“An endearing combination” was one judge’s comment about these cocoa pod-shaped chocolates with a “perfectly thin” shell. The whole panel commended the balance and delivery of flavours – with the caramel coming first followed by the zing of lime. www.rococochocolates.com
Show me more ▶ Watch the video review75% Criollo Cocoa (Madagascar) – AKESSON’S
Added August 5th, 2015
A second winner made with organic criollo cocoa from the Ambolikapiky plantation in Madagascar, this 75% cocoa solids bar delivered dried fruit and raisins on the nose, clean flavours and a silky finish. www.akessons-organic.com
Show me more ▶ Watch the video review75% Forastero Cocoa & Coffee Nibs (Brazil) – AKESSON’S
Added August 5th, 2015
The coffee flavours from the nibs complement the natural flavour of the “rich but not bitter” 75% cocoa chocolate in this bar, according to the panel. The chocolate – made from Forastero beans from the famed Sempre Firme plantation in Brazil – was also said to boast the perfect snap. www.akessons-organic.com
Show me more ▶ Watch the video review75% Trinitario Cocoa (Bali) – AKESSON’S
Added August 5th, 2015
Akesson’s “sophisticated” 75% cocoa solids organic single plantation chocolate – made from Trinitario beans grown in the Sukrama farms in Bali – bowled the panel over with a “instant hit of dark chocolate in the mouth”, smoothness and a bitterness-free finish. www.akessons-organic.com
Show me more ▶ Watch the video reviewArgan Oil – ARGANIC
Added August 5th, 2015
Described by judges as “evocative and nostalgic”, Arganic’s oil also left a “memory of chocolate” on their palates. With a combination of “sesame, hazelnut and vanilla” notes coming through, the judges felt that this 100% pure cold pressed oil would work well with both sweet and savoury dishes. www.myarganic.co.uk
Show me more ▶ Watch the video review100% Criollo Cocoa (Madagascar) – AKESSON’S
Added August 5th, 2015
This organic single plantation chocolate bar is made from 100% criollo cocoa solids, harvested on the Ambolikapiky plantation in Madagascar. When tasting, the panel hailed a “technical marvel” and was astonished by the fact that this was 100% cocoa – there is no bitterness, just a rich full flavour. www.akessons-organic.com
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