The renowned Fi Excellence Awards 2011 nominated Terra Cacao(TM) in the category Confectionery Innovation. The award recognizes individuals and businesses for their exemplary work and contribution to the industry. Winners are selected by a leading panel of industry experts and announced during the Awards ceremonyat the upcoming FIE. The winner of the Fi Confectionery Innovation of the Year Excellence Award will be announced on November 29, 2011.
Terra Cacao(TM) was originally launched in February 2011 and relies on new cocoa cultivation and fermentation methods developed by Barry Callebaut in collaboration with local cocoa growers. This process produces virtually zero defects or off flavors, resulting in a 100% natural chocolate with an unprecedented harmony of pure tastes and rich aromas. The Terra Cacao(TM) range covers several milk and dark chocolate references varying from 33.5% to 70.5% cocoa mass. The line, shaped as callets, is packed in 10 kg bags and will be available to food manufacturers worldwide.