Ochre Resources
Chocolate Insights, Sourcing Stories & Ethical Indulgence
Inside Piura: How Rare White Cacao Shapes One of Peru’s Most Complex Chocolates
Piura Gran Blanco is one of the world’s rarest and most flavourful cacaos. Learn how its genetics, terroir, and craftsmanship create chocolate with unmatched elegance.
Cocoa Butter Content in Couverture: Why It Matters for Tempering and Texture
Cocoa butter plays a key role in couverture performance. Learn why its content matters for tempering, texture, and finish in professional chocolate applications.
Vegan Chocolate: What to Look For and What to Avoid
Not all dark chocolate is vegan. Learn what ingredients to avoid and how to source ethical, plant-based couverture from Ochre Brands.
Child Labour in Chocolate: The Industry’s Dark Secret
1.5 million children still work in cocoa farms, mostly to supply the global chocolate industry. Here's why the problem persists, and how Ochre is doing things differently.
White Chocolate: Real or Not? What You Need to Know
Is white chocolate real? We explain what it’s made of, how it’s classified, and what to look for when sourcing high-quality white couverture.
Understanding Chocolate Percentages: What Does 70% Actually Mean?
Think 70% means premium couverture? Think again. Learn how to read chocolate percentages the right way, and what they really reveal about sourcing and flavour.
What Makes Peruvian Chocolate So Special?
What Makes Peruvian Chocolate So Special?
Why Chocolate Experts Love Ochre Brands (And What Our Awards Really Mean)
See why Ochre Brands chocolate has earned multiple international awards. Learn what these accolades mean and how our ethical approach sets us apart
What Is Criollo Cacao (And Why Is It So Rare?)
Criollo cacao is rare, delicate, and deeply flavourful. Discover why this heirloom cacao variety is revered by chocolatiers—and why Ochre Brands seeks it out
How to Choose the Right Chocolate for Taste, Occasion & Ethics
Looking for the perfect chocolate? Learn how to choose based on flavour, ethical sourcing, and occasion. A complete guide for modern chocolate lovers.