Taza Chocolate Organic Amaze Bar 70% Stone Ground, Deliciously Dark, 2.5 Ounce (10 Count), Vegan

Wow! I didn’t know what I was missing until I tried Taza’s unrefined, stone ground, organic chocolate. The flavor, freshness and quality really stand out, like trying fresh, artisan bread for the first time. I had this 10 minutes ago and have a lingering aftertaste where the mild sweetness intermingled with the rich chocolate flavor hints at cinnamon and raspberry, but it isn’t flavored. Those flavor notes are from the chocolate pods themselves. The stone ground texture is very even, like chewing ground hazelnuts (there’s no hazelnut flavor). I bought this after reading the Consumer Reports article on lead and cadmium in chocolate, where the Taza brand was the best rated organic dark chocolate for much lower traces of those metals. I’m hooked.

I am torn because I'm a huge fan of authentic, organic products and am one of those granola guys who're huge on whole foods, sustainability and wellness. Therefore, based on the Consumer Reports heavy metals report and the product description (no ditching etc), the die-hard dark chocolate fan in me decided to give this product a try. The flavor is interesting (lots of layers), but the texture is essentially like sand. So, in a nutshell, it's really like eating sand mixed with dark chocolate (as we traditionally know it). I would NOT recommend you get this product if you hope to actually enjoy eating it. Take it as medicine for all the great health benefits or for the experience, but there is zero pleasure in this and I will never buy it again. No regrets though. It was my decision. The product description isn't misleading. I, as a consumer, underestimated just how unrefined it would be. That's all. Unless you know what crude cacao feels and tastes like at the start of the production process, do NOT buy this product. You WILL regret it. 🤣

I don't know how to describe it. This unique chocolate has a great, rich, dark flavor, but also a unique texture that's a little gritty, but in a good way. I love melting it in my mouth. It's addicting. I look for it to go on sale, which happens rarely, and buy a case every time.

I bought this chocolate because its very low in toxic metals, a problem in dark chocolate these days. I LOVE that it is organic and sustainably sourced. I love the package and consciousness behind it. It has a peculiar texture, apparently from being stone ground, that I didn't like at first but that grew on me. I also like the flavor, which is more floral, complex and interesting than regular chocolate. I wouldn't buy another box, but I would buy it again. Its apparently more like Mexican chocolate which I've never tasted. I prefer smoother chocolate personally but liked this chocolate snd would recommend. I bought a large box and would recommend buying only one bar first to ensure you really like it. Others I gave it to said the same thing...interesting, good and unique but not their fav being used to more traditional smoother, less gritty chocolate. Im not sure if the grittiness has to do with the stone ground chocolate, sugar or both. Despite that, it dissolves well in ones mouth and has a unique less traditional flavor I liked and makes it very unique, probably more like what chocolate should taste like? Not sure but try it and decide for yourself. Its a well made product I hope lasts in the market place.

I bought this chocolate because it was listed by Consumer Reports (and others) as having a relatively low amount of heavy metals (specifically lead and cadmium). So if you buy for this reason, it may be a good product. There's no way for me to test heavy metal levels so I am assuming 3rd party testing is accurate. However, if you are buying for taste, well it may take some getting used to. It has a gritty, sandy texture. It is a different experience than your usual smooth chocolate and it is a little bitter - but that goes with the 70%. The one star deduction is for the taste.

I love dark chocolate and these delivered a new experience. They are course chocolate, so not your typical melt in the mouth type. The taste is a bit different and I think closer to what dark chocolate should taste like. This has become my favorite brand.

I've tried various dark chocolate bars, and this is my favorite. I partly chew one piece at a time to fragment it and then let it melt in my mouth. It is truly delicious. And importantly it is all organic and very low in metals.

Unable to return this not great product. Scratching it off any future purchase orders. Very gritty, unrefined, not smooth and lack of good taste of chocolate. Wasted my money.

People are complaining about the texture but I don’t mind it. If anything it’s something different than the usual.

Great chocolate that has less toxins than most other chocolate

I like it but prefer another brand which is Camino dark chocolate.

This is just the absolute best. If you like cacao nibs... these are the next best thing. Love them in my oatmeal. Great with peanut butter. And the safest of all the dark chocolate. Definitely buying again!

good quality and tasty