FARM TO BAR
Drach-oc uses cacao beans from their own farms in Cambodia, as well as from associated farmers in the region. Nearly a third of their farmers and employees come from indigenous tribes such as the Bunong and Krung. In 2014, together with their sister company, Kamkav Farm, they became the first cacao farmers in the history of Cambodia. The hilly lands of Mondulkiri were purposefully chosen for their milder, rainier climate, higher altitudes, fertile red volcanic soil, access to Cambodia's largest waterfalls for a fresh water supply, and the majestic presence of both wild and domestic Asian elephants. Their cacao is grown as an agro-forestry crop, interspersed with forest and fruit trees. This natural setup eliminates the need for chemical pesticides, allowing for natural pest control.
POLYPHENOLS & CADMIUM
Lab tests have shown that cacao beans from this region, now known as Bunong Cacao, contain 6.067% (powerful plant antioxidants) – the highest amount ever recorded in cacao beans worldwide. Additionally, Bunong Cacao is almost free of cadmium and lead, a growing concern in cacao beans from other regions, particularly Meso-America.
FRIEND OF THE EARTH
In December 2023, Kamkav Farm was awarded the Friend of the Earth certification by the WSO, recognising that their cacao is grown sustainably, benefiting both the environment and local communities. CFARM, the Cambodia Cacao Farmers NGO, also supports this sustainable mission by assisting farmers in maintaining eco-friendly practices.
VEGAN
In 2023, Drach-oc received Vegan certification, confirming that all their chocolate products are entirely plant-based, using coconut milk powder instead of dairy ingredients.
NO WHITE SUGAR
Drach-oc chocolates contain no white sugar. Instead, they use blossom sugar derived from Coco Nucifera trees in Indonesia. This sugar is unrefined, unblended, and organic.
MALAYSIAN CHOCOLATE MAKERS
Drach-oc chocolates are handcrafted in Malaysia by some of the country's most skilled chocolatiers. These chocolatiers often draw inspiration from the Malaysian rainforests for natural flavours, using ingredients such as pandan leaves. For other natural flavours, including honeydew melon, yuzu, and strawberry, ingredients are sourced from across East and Southeast Asia.
DRAGON CHARACTERS
Each box of chocolate is illustrated with a dragon character from the Dragon Manga Drach-Oc: The Prophecy. On the dark chocolate box, Drach-oc himself can be found; on the mellow milk chocolate, Mizuki; on the pandan chocolate, Tongtongi; and on the honeydew melon chocolate, Riven. The Drach-Oc manga is written by Stefan Struik (Netherlands) and illustrated by Darja Blinova (Estonia). Episodes of this manga can be read for free on the Webtoon app.
INGREDIENTS
63% total cocoa content (cocoa mass, cocoa butter), coconut sugar, coconut milk powder.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Store in a cool, dry place between 15°C and 20°C to maintain freshness and quality. Avoid direct sunlight and strong odours. Do not refrigerate.
ALLERGEN WARNING
This product is manufactured in a facility that also processes nuts. Although precautions are taken to avoid cross-contamination, individuals with nut allergies should consider this information carefully.
