Montezumas Chocolate Absolute Black 100% Cocoa with Coco Nibs and Orange 90g

Zesty, crunchy and seriously dark, Absolute Black 100% Cocoa with Cocoa Nibs and Orange brings a burst of citrus to Montezuma's boldest chocolate. This 90g bar is made from 100% cocoa solids with no added sugar, then finished with crunchy cocoa nibs and natural orange oil. It is made without milk and suitable for vegans.

On the palate

The first thing you notice is the aroma of orange, which helps to lift and brighten the deep, intense cocoa. As the chocolate melts, crunchy cocoa nibs add texture and a roasted, almost coffee-like note. The absence of sugar means the orange tastes fresh rather than sweet, a little like zest grated over a dark cocoa dessert. It is bold, grown-up chocolate that works beautifully in small, slow pieces.

A little about Montezuma's

Montezuma's is an independent British chocolate maker founded in 2000 by Helen and Simon Pattinson. What started in a small Brighton shop has grown into a much-loved range of bars, buttons and truffles, with shops in towns such as Chester, Guildford, Oxford and Winchester. The recipes avoid palm oil, artificial colourings and GM ingredients, and a large part of the range is suitable for vegans.

Ways to enjoy it

Try a square after dinner in place of a sweeter dessert, or grate it over Greek yoghurt, porridge or a fruit salad for a citrus-cocoa finish. Chopped finely, it also makes a characterful topping for pancakes and homemade bakes.

Highlights

• 100% cocoa chocolate with cocoa nibs and orange oil
• No added sugar
• Made without milk and vegan
• Free from colourings, GM ingredients and preservatives
• 90g bar

Storage and care

Store in a cool, dry spot and away from anything strongly scented, since cocoa butter readily picks up other aromas. If a pale bloom ever appears on the surface, the chocolate is still perfectly fine to eat - it is simply a sign of a change in temperature.

Whether you are treating yourself or searching for a gift that feels a little more thoughtful than the usual supermarket choice, this is a Montezuma's product that is easy to love and easy to share.

It is a small indulgence with plenty of character, crafted by a British chocolate maker that has been doing things its own way for more than twenty years.

Add it to your basket alongside a few other Montezuma's favourites and build your own chocolate selection to enjoy at home or give to someone special.

Whether you are treating yourself or searching for a gift that feels a little more thoughtful than the usual supermarket choice, this is a Montezuma's product that is easy to love and easy to share.

It is a small indulgence with plenty of character, crafted by a British chocolate maker that has been doing things its own way for more than twenty years.