Ara Chocolat Bernabé Martinique 70% Dark Chocolate Bar

58 gram bar - Paris, France

A true rarity in the world of chocolate, Ara Chocolat’s Bernabé bar is crafted from cacao grown in Martinique, a French Caribbean island with a long but little-known cocoa tradition. The Bernabé family and their cooperative, VALCACO, are dedicated to preserving native cacao varieties while practicing sustainable, environmentally friendly agriculture.

Cultivated in rich volcanic soils and tropical climate, this cacao reveals a deeply layered profile: fruity and floral notes, hints of almond, and a whisper of spice and wood. It’s a chocolate that speaks directly of its terroir—vibrant, complex, and unmistakably Caribbean.

Bernabé 70% is also a milestone: Ara’s first 100% French chocolate, with beans grown on French soil and transformed in their Paris workshop. From plantation to bar, it celebrates both local agriculture and artisanal French expertise.

Cacao Origin: Martinique, French Caribbean (Bernabé family cooperative, VALCACO)
Bean Type: Amazonian