Cacao v Cocoa

Cacao

Pros: High in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Less processed, preserving natural minerals and nutrients. Offers more health benefits.

Cons: Can be bitter and less sweet. May be harder to find in stores.

Cocoa

Pros: Widely available and often less expensive than Cacao. Milder and sweeter taste.

Cons: More processed, which reduces antioxidants, minerals, and nutrients; usually has added sugar.

Featured products - 100% Organic

At KoKo Label, we have created three unique cacao blends to the Pacific: Crunchy, Smooth and Baking.

Made with 100% pure, organic cacao and nothing else, our blends contain no additives or unnecessary ingredients. They are naturally rich and concentrated, so a little goes a long way.

Crunchy Blend

Our Crunchy Blend is our most popular and is made for those who love the traditional taste and texture of the Pacific cacao.

The cacao beans are slowly roasted to bring out their rich, smooth flavour, then gently crushed to create a satisfying crunch while retaining the natural richness of the cacao.

Perfect for making traditional Samoan favourites such as Koko Samoa, Koko Laisa and Kopai, this blend is all about celebrating the authentic flavours and traditions of Samoa.

Smooth Blend

Our Smooth Blend is perfect for those who love a rich, velvety drink with a smooth and luxurious texture.

The cacao is finely processed to create a concentrated blend, meaning you only need a small amount to make a deliciously rich drink. Its fine texture also makes it easy to use in smoothies and baking.

Ideal for traditional favourites such as Koko Laisa and Kopai, the Smooth Blend is a versatile choice for anyone who enjoys a thick, creamy cacao drink.

Baking Blend

Our Baking Blend is made for creating delicious treats while enjoying the rich aroma and flavour of pure cacao.

The cacao beans are gently roasted to bring out their beautiful cacao fragrance, then finely crushed to create a smooth, easy to use blend.

Perfect for cakes, muffins, brownies and protein balls, it can also be added to smoothies for a rich cacao flavour.

Whether you're baking a family favourite or creating something new, our Baking Blend brings the goodness of pure, organic cacao to every recipe.

Recipe for KoKo Samoa

  • Ingredients:

    • 45g Shredded KoKo
    • 1 Litre Water
    • Sugar

    Method:

    1. Add water to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
    2. Add the diced KoKo and continue boiling while stirring until the KoKo has infused and the liquid is a deep, dark colour (as shown in the video).
    3. Add sugar to taste.
    4. Once ready, pour into a cup and add milk to your preference.

    Enjoy a piece of the Pacific