Hunted + Gathered Milk Chocolate + Almond Caramel 46% Cacao – Balance in a Bar
Hunted + Gathered’s almond caramel milk chocolate promises a mix of creamy indulgence and textural crunch. At 46% cacao, it’s darker than mainstream milk chocolate, offering more depth with less sugar. The minimalist sleeve is brand-typical: matte brown, design-led, and quietly premium. Expect caramel richness and almond crunch without overwhelming sweetness.
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Origin: |
Australia |
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Cacao %: |
46% (Dominican Republic) |
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RRP: |
$15 AUD |
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Certified: |
Organic, Gluten Free |
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Batch: |
Small Batch |
Appearance
The mould is Hunted + Gathered’s signature geometric block design, sleek and modern. The chocolate has a clean break and mid-level gloss. Almond caramel pieces appear when the bar is snapped, giving a glimpse of the texture within.
Aroma
The first impression is unexpectedly austere — more bitter than sweet — with a profile that leans close to raw cacao. Caramel and nut are muted, leaving a strong cocoa presence rather than confectionery softness.
Taste & Texture
It melts quickly in the hand and on the tongue, releasing flavour without resistance. Almonds give a satisfying crunch with a roasted note that adds warmth and depth. Caramel brings richness but doesn’t tip into cloying sweetness, leaving the cacao’s character intact.
Aftertaste & Finish
The aftertaste leans nutty with a gentle caramel echo. Sweetness never dominates; instead, it lingers with roasted almond warmth and a balanced cocoa edge.
ATC Verdict: Is It Worth the Splurge?
This is a milk chocolate for those who want more substance — depth of cacao, roasted almond crunch, and a touch of caramel — yet still value restraint over indulgence. It’s quietly confident rather than flashy. At $15, it sits firmly in luxury territory, but for a mindful moment or a small gift, it earns its place as a treat worth the splurge.
Milk chocolate with composure — a treat elevated by balance.
Editor’s Note
A quiet Sunday became an excuse for dessert before lunch. The bar gave way easily, melting fast as roasted almonds crunched through the milk chocolate. Nothing staged, nothing formal — simply tasted as we found it.
–Adrian – Editor at All That Is Cool
