Cocoa Beans
Cocoa Beans
| Property | Specification |
| Shape | Oval or elliptical |
| Color | Dark brown to reddish-brown |
| Size | 2–3 cm in length, 1–1.5 cm in width |
| Surface Texture | Rough, ridged outer shell |
| Weight (per bean) | 1–2 grams |
| Moisture Content | 6–8% (ideal for storage) |
| Hardness | Firm but brittle when dried |
| Odor | Rich, chocolate-like aroma |
| Taste | Bitter with astringent notes |
| Shell | Hard, thin, and brittle |
| Kernel | Cotyledon inside the shell, rich in cocoa butter |
