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Is Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate healthy?

Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This chocolate is made from high-quality, organic ingredients including cacao beans, coconut sugar, and cacao butter, all of which are minimally processed.

How processed is Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate?

Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, organic cacao beans, organic cacao butter count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate

Name: Dominican Republic 70% Cacao Chocolate
Brand: Hunted + Gathered

Hunted + Gathered

Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 0

Category Chocolate

Summary

This chocolate is made from high-quality, organic ingredients including cacao beans, coconut sugar, and cacao butter, all of which are minimally processed. The use of organic coconut sugar as a sweetener provides a lower glycemic index compared to refined sugars, and the absence of artificial additives or seed oils contributes to its clean label. The product's minimal processing and organic certification further enhance its nutritional profile, making it a healthy choice within its category.

Key ingredients 3

organic cacao beans

Good

Organic cacao beans are rich in antioxidants and natural compounds that can support overall well-being, making them a beneficial ingredient.

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organic cacao butter

Good

Organic cacao butter is a natural fat derived from cacao beans, offering a smooth texture and healthy fats that enhance flavor and mouthfeel.

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organic coconut sugar

Neutral

Organic coconut sugar is a natural sweetener that provides sweetness without artificial additives, but it still contributes sugars to the product.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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