Sensory Profile
Wine Analogy
Similar mineral complexity to volcanic soil wines from Santorini
Coffee Analogy
Resembles the ash-toned finish of Sumatra Mandheling coffee
Perfume Analogy
Echoes the mineral base notes in Comme des Garçons' Concrete fragrance
Culinary Applications
Wa wrapsQ'eqchi' MayaBalances blood sausage's richness while aiding preservation
Kak'ik (turkey soup)Guatemalan HighlandsEnhances umami depth and tenderizes turkey
Tamal negroAlta VerapazCatalyzes nixtamalization while adding signature gray hue