Feliu Chocolate

Feliu Chocolate - Pitaya De Mayo (Cactus Pear) 58%

80 g Vegan Dark Chocolate
Regular price $10.90 USD
Sale price $10.90 USD Regular price

Ranked in the Top 100 Chocolates in the World.

Origin & Craftsmanship
This imaginative bar is crafted by Feliu Chocolate in Guadalajara, Mexico, from fine cacao sourced in the Soconusco region of Chiapas. It’s infused with pitaya de mayo — the fruit of the Mexican cactus (also known as cactus pear) — giving the chocolate a uniquely local and fruity twist. Feliu’s bean-to-bar approach celebrates Mexican terroir and inventive, fruit-forward flavour combinations.

Flavor Profile
This 58% dark bar opens with bright, juicy fruit sensations reminiscent of watermelon and strawberry coulis, courtesy of the cactus pear. Alongside these refreshing notes, you’ll notice subtle hints of sweet and acidic pear and a gentle vanilla-like warmth that balances the cocoa’s depth. The overall profile feels lively and expressive — playful yet well-integrated.

Accolades & Recognition
This Pitaya De Mayo bar has been recognized on the world stage, earning Gold at the 2023 International Chocolate Awards in the flavoured bar category — a testament to its creativity and flavour excellence.

Tasting & Pairing Guide

Let a square rest on your tongue to let the fruity pitaya notes surface first, followed by deeper cocoa richness and subtle underlying sweetness.
Pair this bar with a sparkling rosé or light fruity red wine to echo its bright fruit character. For a non-alcoholic option, try a hibiscus tea or cold brew citrus-infused coffee to play up the bar’s refreshing notes. Serve alongside fresh berries or a light citrus sorbet to elevate its vibrant, juicy profile.

Summary

The Pitaya De Mayo (Cactus Pear) 58% bar by Feliu Chocolate is a playful and expressive creation that marries Mexican cacao with the exotic fruitiness of cactus pear. With its bold fruit notes, elegant depth, and international award recognition, it’s perfect for adventurous chocolate lovers who appreciate inventive, terroir-inspired flavour.

Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free

Feliu blends cocoa varieties sourced from Soconusco (Chiapas) and Chontalpa (Tabasco) regions to create a unique fusion that accentuates the exotic flavor of a native Mexican cactus fruit, the Jalisco pitaya, also known as Mayo pitaya.

The outcome is a chocolate with a balanced profile, featuring mild bitterness and a subtle astringency. It shines with vibrant fruity acidity that harmoniously complements a delightful sweetness. Its intense aroma evokes notes of red fruits like strawberries, alongside hints of tamarind and hibiscus.

Cocoa, sugar, pitaya de mayo (setenocereus queretaroensis), cocoa butter.

Our chocolate makers proudly refrain from using any artificial stabilizers or preservatives in their products, making their creations more temperature-sensitive compared to other premium chocolates.

To ensure the optimal taste experience, it's advisable to store our chocolates in a cool, dry place where the temperature hovers between 16°C and 18°C. Please refrain from refrigerating our chocolates, as this may cause sugar crystallization due to increased humidity, altering their texture and flavor.

On the contrary, if stored in excessively high temperatures, cocoa butter may separate and form a white film on the chocolate's surface. This loss of cocoa butter can lead to the chocolate drying out and, consequently, a potential alteration in flavor. Your mindful storage practices will help preserve the integrity of our delectable chocolates.