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Tuesday, November 7, 2006
Rice Milk Chocolate BarsIt seems kind of weird to want to find milk chocolate without milk in it, but I know that there are some folks that are dairy free and are looking for that creamy consistency of a milk chocolate without the milk in it. If you’re a vegan it’s not like you can’t have chocolate, after all, the cacao bean is just another seed. But in this day and age, you’d be amazed at how often dairy products are put into even what should be plain old dark chocolate. Enter Terra Nostra which offers a non-dairy line made with Rice Milk which is also organic to boot!
The thick sweetness wasn’t quite to my liking, but I had high hopes for the rest of the line.
The almonds are just slivers and pieces, not full nuts, but I kind of prefer mine that way. They were rather light in color, not a toasty brown, so they added more texture than flavor.
Of the three bars, my first favorite was the Almond one, second is the Truffle. I really didn’t like the plain one at all, it was just too sweet without any interesting texture or other notes to it. Overall, I have to say that I’m impressed and pleased with this vegan line. I usually approach dietary substitutions with trepidation - I’m the type of person who would rather drink their coffee black than use non-dairy creamer. When it comes to choosing between a mock product or nothing at all, I usually go for nothing and wait until I get get a hold of the real thing. But Terra Nostra has done a good job here of bringing the creaminess to their already great organic dark chocolate that emulates the milk chocolate experience pretty well. I’m guess the fact that rice milk is already pretty sweet is what makes the plain bar a little over the top for me. All the bars are certified organic an stamped with the Equi-Trade fair trade symbol.
POSTED BY Cybele AT 10:08 am
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Commenting is not available in this channel entry.Oh! Thanks for reviewing these! I think I’ve seen them at the only alternative grocery store anywhere near me. I’m actually happy they’re a bit overly sweet..after this lack of chocolate I’m looking for full fledged candy goodness. I can’t wait to pick some up!
I am going to recommend these to a few friends.
Well, for the sake of those who are dairy-free, I’m glad there’s something out there for them that is at least “worth it.” All the same, I’m glad I’m not limited to ricemilk chocolate; it really sounds like it’s trying way too hard.
My girlfriend brought home for an after dinner treat a ricemilk bar from Terra Nostra. After eating most of it my girlfriend told me it was made of ricemilk. I was blow away. Great taste, very creamy and unique chocolate qualities. This bar rocks!
I’ve only had the plain ones, but I was amazed by how close they taste to regular milk chocolate (which I find too sweet anyway). It’s great to have these vegan options and I recommend them to everyone to try. Good taste without guilt!
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