Why Villakuyaya Chooses Hacienda Victoria
The finest expression of Ecuadorian cacao
At Villakuyaya, quality is never negotiable. Every chocolate experience we create begins with one decision: sourcing the best fine flavor cacao in the world. That is why we partner with Hacienda Victoria, located in the Cerecita Valley, Ecuador.
Ecuador is the birthplace of cacao, with a history that dates back over 5,300 years. Among all cacao varieties, Arriba Nacional stands as one of the most recognized and celebrated fine flavor cacaos globally admired for its complexity, elegance, and heritage.
Hacienda Victoria represents the renaissance of this legendary cacao. By merging Ecuador’s deep cacao tradition with modern, sustainable plantation management, they ensure that every bean meets the highest standards of environmental care and social responsibility.
What makes this cacao exceptional begins with genetics. Only carefully selected Nacional Arriba cacao trees are cultivated based on their flavor potential. The process continues with a tailor-made fermentation designed exclusively for partners like Villakuyaya, allowing the beans to develop their full sensory expression.
The result is the pure signature of Arriba cacao:
Delicate floral and fruity notes
A rich, rounded cacao body
Mild acidity
Elegant astringency and balanced bitterness
This is not just cacao. It is the foundation of the quality promise we make to every customer.
At Villakuyaya, we don’t compromise. We choose Hacienda Victoria because excellence begins at origin and our mission is to deliver nothing less than the finest Ecuadorian cacao experience.
