{"title":"KESSHŌ Craft Chocolate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiang Wang and Mark Huetsch, embarked on this sweet adventure to weave together their favorite Asian flavors with bean-to-bar chocolate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKESSHŌ — a name that translates to \"Crystal\" in Japanese — has dual significance for us. On one hand, it pays homage to the splendid crystalline structure of chocolate. But on a deeper level, \"KESSHŌ\" signifies the rewards that spring from laboring over what you love, embodying our painstakingly precise bean-to-bar process. Every step of the journey, from selecting organic cacao farms to manufacturing in our boutique factory in Austin, stands as a testament to our dedication. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2018, we began crafting our own bean-to-bar chocolate. Our chocolate bars, bonbons, and nama chocolates have garnered several ICA and AOC awards from 2019 to 2023, encouraging us to continue sourcing exquisite Asian ingredients to create an orchestra of flavors with single-origin cacaos. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery flavor we design has a unique story we can't wait to share. Our packaging — a blend of watercolor style and traditional Chinese painting techniques — reflects the rich diversity of the hand-selected Asian ingredient. .We hope our chocolate serves as a portal to the various cultures behind these ingredients, continues to uplift cacao farmers in African and Central American countries, and celebrates the myriad cultures and identities linked to this delightful indulgence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"new-black-sesame-chocolate-butter-cups-by-kessho-craft-chocolate","title":"NEW! 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