Guava was introduced to Hawai‘i during initial Western contact in the 1700s. It has spread rapidly and is now considered the Hawaiian islands’ most prolific wild fruit. Guava’s flavor is uniquely tart and sweet, commonly described as a hybrid between a strawberry and a pear. In Hawai‘i the fruit is predominately consumed fresh, in the form of juice, and in jellies and jams.
Over the years we’ve gravitated our focus on inclusion flavors that tap into the unique cuisine that Hawai’i is known for. When attending chocolate festivals around the world, it’s exotic flavors like our Liliko’i x Passion Fruit bar that continues to stop people in their tracks and say, “WOW, that’s different!”.
This lead us back to the lab inspired to create something exotic, Hawai’i centric, and most importantly; DELICIOUS, that captivates people’s attention and taste buds.
We created a small batch of Kuawa x Guava bars back in July of 2023 and have been selectively introducing the flavor to the public through various channels. We are so happy with the feedback we’ve received and are really proud to have this flavor as a permanent part of our collection. It’s now online for the first time and here to stay. If you haven’t tried it yet, we can’t wait for you to do so. As always, we would love to hear your thoughts. Aloha and happy tasting!
Details: 50% vegan milk chocolate. Ingredients: cacao, organic cane sugar, guava powder, cocoa butter, organic coconut milk powder. 2.1oz (60g) bar. Contains coconut. Dairy free. For maximum flavor, store and eat chocolate at 65-70° F.
MEET OUR ARTISAN: MANOA CHOCOLATE COMPANY
Manoa Chocolate Company is a premier bean-to-bar chocolate maker located on the beautiful Hawaiian Island of Oʻahu. Since 2010, they have been dedicated to ethically sourcing cacao beans from Hawaii and around the globe, focusing on the highest quality to create delicious chocolate. Inspired by the Hawaiian word "mānoa," meaning solid, vast, and deep, the company emphasizes sustainable practices, nurturing the land from which they harvest cacao, and refining their chocolate-making process to ensure the best flavor and quality.
Committed to building direct relationships with cacao farmers, Manoa Chocolate Company pays fair prices while eliminating intermediaries, ensuring that the farmers are valued for their work. Their philosophy of "Aloha ʻāina," or love of the land, drives their mission to support sustainable agriculture and reforestation in Hawaii. By crafting chocolate entirely in-house, they maintain control over every detail of the chocolate-making process, from roasting to tempering, resulting in a product that reflects their passion for quality and environmental stewardship.