Antonio Cocoa Beans

Dru Era Cocoa beans originate directly from the gardens of the central hills of Ceylon, handpicked to provide only the very finest beans. Dru Era 100% natural Cocoa beans are cultivated free of any artificial human inputs to produce the healthiest beans of the highest quality.

Uses :Cocoa beans are used for a variety of purposes, the main being the production of Chocolate. However the beans are also used to create Cocoa Butter and the popular winter drink, Hot Chocolate. The Cocoa Bean is also used in a variety of other dishes as a spice or garnish.

Health Benefits :Cocoa beans have been proved to contain many health benefits such as cardiovascular health promotion. According to recent studies, the cocoa bean has been proven to posses twice as many antioxidants as red wine and thrice as many antioxidants as green tree.

Roasting your own Cocoa Beans at home :  The easiest way to roast a small quantity of beans is in the microwave. For your first trial, place one or two beans in a plate. Microwave on medium for a few minutes, stopping for a taste-test every 30 seconds or so. The "roast" is finished whenever you're pleased with the result - but you know you're on the right track if your kitchen starts to smell like chocolate cake!

If you prefer to use a conventional oven, try roasting up to 1 pound of beans in a casserole dish. Set the oven to about 180�C, and roast for 20 - 30 minutes, stirring every five minutes.

Remember - your nose and your taste buds are the best guide