Cocoa bean originated in tropical America, In Ecuador it has been known since prehistoric times, research shows that it was first produced in the amazon basin and it is considered that a genetic evolution influenced by environmental conditions of the coastal zone gave cocoa beans it's typical aroma and flavor, better known as CACAO ARRIBA.

Arriba cocoa is the only one with floral aroma and fruit flavor. This exclusive beans grows only in Ecuador a country privileged by its variety of climates in its different geographic areas.