Nicaragua Arriba Cacao Nibs - Single Origin Roasted Superfood

🍫 WHERE YOUR CACAO NIBS COME FROM

Our premium Arriba Nacional cacao nibs are processed directly from single-estate farms in Nicaragua's volcanic highlands, specifically the Matagalpa and Jinotega mountain regions at 800-1,400 meter elevation. These are the same exceptional beans we sell whole, now expertly roasted and cracked into pure, crunchy nibs - the essence of chocolate in its most concentrated form with all the natural oils and intense flavor intact.

Specific Source Locations:

• Matagalpa Highlands: 900-1,200 meter elevation, volcanic ash soil
• Jinotega Mountains: 1,000-1,400 meter elevation, cloud forest microclimate
• Farm Size: 3-8 hectare family operations (not industrial plantations)
• Variety: Pure Arriba Nacional (Fine Flavor Cacao representing <5% of world production)
• Tree Age: 15-40 year old mature trees for complex flavor development

💰 COMPLETE PRICING TRANSPARENCY

Here's exactly how your $16.00 breaks down:

Nicaragua Farm Price: $4.00/lb
(Local market: $1.80-2.20/kg = $0.82-1.00/lb raw beans)
(Premium processing adds $3.18/lb for fermentation, drying, sorting)

Traditional Processing: $2.50/lb
(6-day fermentation, sun-drying, hand-sorting, quality control)

Roasting & Cracking: $3.50/lb
(Light roasting, precision cracking, winnowing, additional processing)

Local Transportation: $0.50/lb
(Farm to processing facility to export warehouse)

Export Documentation: $0.75/lb
(Permits, certificates, quality testing, customs paperwork)

International Shipping: $3.00/lb
(Sea freight Nicaragua to USA - bulk container shipping)

Import & Customs: $1.00/lb
(US customs fees, broker fees, domestic handling)

Our Service Fee: $0.75/lb
(5% margin covering direct-trade operations, quality assurance, customer service)

YOUR PRICE: $16.00/lb

🎯 WHY THIS PRICING IS EXCEPTIONAL

Global Market Context:

• Commodity cacao nibs: $8.00-18.00/lb (2024 global wholesale range)
• Premium single-estate nibs: $15.00-25.00/lb retail market
• Our direct-trade price: $16.00/lb (premium quality at accessible pricing)

What Makes Ours Outstanding:

• Pure Arriba Nacional variety (less than 5% of world's cacao production)
• Single-estate traceability (complete farm-to-package transparency)
• Volcanic highlands terroir (unique mineral profile affects flavor)
• Traditional 6-day fermentation (develops complex flavor compounds)
• Expert roasting & cracking (precise processing for optimal flavor and texture)
• Higher fat content (52-57% vs 50-52% average for premium applications)

🌱 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

🔬 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROCESS

At Source (Nicaragua):

1. Harvest selection: Only fully ripe pods with proper color indicators
2. Fermentation: Traditional 6-day cascade wooden box fermentation
3. Sun-drying: 7-10 days on raised wooden beds with daily turning
4. Hand sorting: Remove broken, moldy, or undersized beans
5. Quality roasting: Light-medium roast to develop flavor while preserving complexity
6. Precision cracking: Specialized equipment breaks beans into uniform nibs
7. Winnowing: Air separation removes 99%+ of shell material

Pre-Export Quality Control: ✓ Roast profile verification for optimal flavor development ✓ Nib size distribution analysis (3-8mm target range) ✓ Shell content verification (<1.5%) ✓ Fat content analysis via sample pressing ✓ Flavor profile cupping by certified Q-grader ✓ Mycotoxin screening (aflatoxin, ochratoxin) ✓ Heavy metals testing (cadmium, lead) ✓ Microbiological testing (E.coli, Salmonella, total plate count)

💚 THE FARMER STORY

Meet Our Partner Farms:

• Finca El Volcán (Matagalpa): 4th generation cacao farmers, 35-year-old trees
• Cooperativa Cacao Jinotega: 18 families, organic practices since 2015
• Hacienda Montaña Verde (Jinotega): Single-estate, cloud forest microclimate
• Average farm income increase: 60% since switching to direct-trade premium cacao

Our Direct-Trade Impact:

• Farmers receive $4.00/lb (vs $0.82-1.00/lb local commodity price)
• 4x premium over local market rates
• Quality bonus payments for superior fermentation
• Technical training in post-harvest processing
• Guaranteed contracts providing income security

🍫 FLAVOR PROFILE & CHARACTERISTICS

Tasting Notes:

• Primary: Intense, concentrated chocolate with natural bitterness
• Secondary: Red fruit undertones (cherry, raspberry hints)
• Tertiary: Nutty crunch with subtle floral notes
• Mouthfeel: Crunchy texture releasing rich cacao oils
• Aftertaste: Clean, lingering pure chocolate essence

Volcanic Terroir Influence:

• Mineral complexity: Volcanic ash adds unique mineral notes
• Elevation effects: Cool nights preserve acidity and fruit notes
• Cloud forest humidity: Slow drying develops complex flavors
• Soil drainage: Volcanic pumice prevents root rot, healthier trees

Roasting Profile Benefits:

• Light-medium roast: Preserves fruity notes while developing chocolate flavor
• Controlled temperature: Prevents over-roasting and bitterness
• Even roasting: Uniform color and flavor development
• Optimal crunch: Perfect texture for direct consumption or processing

🏭 USAGE & APPLICATIONS

Perfect For:

• Chocolate manufacturers: Skip bean roasting and cracking steps
• Bakery & confectionery: Premium chocolate flavor and texture in products
• Health food brands: Superfood ingredient with intense chocolate taste
• Energy bar manufacturers: Natural chocolate chips with healthy fats
• Ice cream makers: Authentic chocolate crunch without artificial additives
• Trail mix producers: Premium chocolate component
• Craft breweries: Authentic chocolate flavor for specialty beers

Processing Applications:

• Direct consumption: Ready-to-eat superfood snack
• Grinding to powder: Premium natural cocoa powder production
• Pressing for butter: High fat content ideal for chocolate making
• Inclusion ingredient: Add to cookies, brownies, energy bars
• Smoothie ingredient: Natural chocolate flavor and nutrition

📦 SHIPPING & BULK PRICING

Sample Orders (1 lb only):

• Total Cost: $31.00 ($16.00 product + $15.00 USPS air shipping with tracking)
• Delivery: 3-5 business days via USPS Priority Mail International

Bulk Pricing Structure:

• 5-24 lbs: $14.00/lb + $7.00/lb air freight = $21.00/lb delivered
• 25-99 lbs: $12.00/lb + $3.00/lb sea freight = $15.00/lb delivered
• 100-499 lbs: $10.50/lb + $3.00/lb sea freight = $13.50/lb delivered
• 500+ lbs: $9.00/lb + $3.00/lb sea freight = $12.00/lb delivered

Standard Packaging: Food-grade bags with poly liners for freshness protection Custom Packaging: Available for 25+ lb orders Shelf Life: 24+ months in proper storage Storage: Cool, dry place in airtight containers, protect from moisture and light

🚀 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Your Profit Potential:

• Wholesale to food manufacturers: $20-28/lb (33-87% markup from bulk prices)
• Health food retail: $25-40/lb (67-167% markup)
• Specialty ingredient supply: $22-32/lb (47-113% markup)
• Premium snack market: $30-50/lb (100-233% markup)
• Energy bar inclusion: $24-35/lb (60-133% markup)

Market Trends Supporting Growth:

• Superfood market growing 15% annually
• Consumer demand for single-origin, traceable ingredients
• Healthy snack segment expanding rapidly
• Premium chocolate ingredients commanding higher prices globally
• Clean label movement driving demand for pure, unprocessed ingredients

🎯 COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES

What Makes Our Nibs Unique:

1. Pure Arriba Nacional genetics verified through farm lineage documentation
2. Volcanic highland terroir creating unique mineral complexity
3. Traditional 6-day fermentation developing superior flavor compounds
4. Expert roasting profile optimized for nib production
5. Precision cracking ensuring uniform size and minimal shell content
6. Single-estate traceability from specific trees to your production
7. Higher fat content (52-57%) for superior applications

🔬 TECHNICAL DATA FOR FOOD MANUFACTURERS

Nib Analysis:

• Theobromine content: 1.2-1.8% (energy and mood benefits)
• Caffeine content: 0.15-0.25% (mild stimulant effect)
• Polyphenol levels: High antioxidant activity
• Particle size distribution: 3-8mm (optimal for most applications)
• Shell content: <1.5% (minimal waste, high purity)
• Water activity: <0.6 (shelf-stable)

Nutritional Profile (per 100g):

• Calories: 456
• Protein: 20.4g
• Total Fat: 46.3g (primarily healthy monounsaturated)
• Carbohydrates: 28.9g
• Fiber: 37g
• Iron: 13.9mg (77% DV)
• Magnesium: 272mg (65% DV)

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📱 WhatsApp: +505 5707-7624
📧 Email: info@nicasale.com
🌐 Website: www.nicasale.com

Sample Available: 1 lb trial order for $31.00 total (includes $15 express USPS shipping with tracking)

🤝 OUR COMMITMENT TO SUPERFOOD EXCELLENCE

This pricing transparency reflects our commitment to supporting both exceptional farmers and exceptional food manufacturers. We believe you deserve to know exactly what makes these nibs special and where every dollar goes. Our direct-trade model eliminates middleman markups while ensuring farmers receive fair compensation.

Questions about applications, processing recommendations, or nutritional data? Contact us directly to discuss your specific manufacturing needs, request detailed lab reports, or arrange virtual farm tours with our partner farmers.

Ready to create world-class products with authentic Nicaragua volcanic highland cacao nibs? Contact us today for samples and volume pricing tailored to your production needs.