Emotion, quality, variety
Cocoa from
J.J. Darboven
A drink with history - interpreted in a modern way
Chocolate that warms hearts
From classic to trend drink - a new take on cocoa
Hot chocolate is more than just a classic - it is an emotional drink that evokes memories, provides warmth and creates pleasure. Especially in the cold season and with younger guests, cocoa is one of the absolute favorites on the drinks menu. With COCAYA, our cocoa brand for the out-of-home market, we offer you a wide variety of cocoa specialties - for every taste experience and every preparation method.
Whether full-bodied, vegan or particularly chocolaty - COCAYA stands for premium quality cocoa.
Cocoa enjoyment in premium quality
Chocolate indulgence with class
With a wide range of varieties, COCAYA offers exactly the selection you need for an attractive range of cocoas in restaurants, hotels and communal catering.
Whether creamy, vegan or intensely chocolatey - our cocoas impress with their high-quality ingredients, balanced recipes and ease of preparation.
Quality in every detail
Cocoa expertise from harvest to delivery
Every bean tells the story of its origin
Harvesting and processing
The cornerstone of high-quality cocoa lies in the careful, manual harvesting of the cocoa fruits. Specialist knowledge and sensitivity are required to cut only ripe fruits without damaging the plant.
After opening the fruit, the beans ferment for several days and are then dried - a crucial process for aroma and quality.
Quality assurance does not start at the factory
Control during transportation & arrival
To ensure safe transportation, the cocoa beans are shipped in jute bags or loose in containers. A comprehensive quality check is carried out on arrival:
From visual inspection to the "cut test", in which individual beans are examined for size and any defects.
Strict controls ensure consistently high enjoyment
Processing & quality assurance
The cocoa powder is processed under strictly controlled conditions. Our different COCAYA varieties are produced in certified factories - each one undergoes comprehensive analytical and sensory tests.
The product is only released for delivery once all criteria have been met and the legal declaration is correct.
Organic cocoa with the Fairtrade seal
Naturally sustainable, incomparably chocolaty
More and more people are paying attention to the origin, quality and sustainability of food - including cocoa. Our cocoa varieties come from controlled organic cultivation and impress with their quality and variety.
With COCAYA, J.J. Darboven presents two exclusive organic cocoa varieties with the Fairtrade seal. They are ideal for preparation with water or milk - depending on preference and application. On request, we can also provide you with the matching dispenser, which was specially developed for COCAYA.
Organic cocoa with responsibility
Respect for nature and people
Cultivation in harmony with nature
Our organic cocoa comes from extensive cultivation - in small, near-natural plots instead of large-scale monocultures. The absence of artificial irrigation, chemical fertilizers and pesticides not only protects the environment, but also the health of the producers.
The cocoa trees are often grown in mixed cultivation with bananas or coconut palms - thus maintaining the natural balance.
Careful harvesting and processing
The cocoa fruits are harvested by hand, opened and the beans carefully removed. After traditional fermentation and drying in the sun, the beans go through several stages - from roasting and grinding to the production of fine cocoa powder.
Certified organic and transparent
Our organic cocoa bears state-controlled organic seals that guarantee the highest standards.
They stand for freedom from genetic engineering, the absence of synthetic chemicals and the clear separation of conventional and organic goods.
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A partnership on equal terms
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