Koko Black Pistachio Ganachio Review – Dark, Creamy, and Confident
Koko Black’s Pistachio Ganachio feels built for quieter, more contemplative moments. The pairing of a sweet-savoury pistachio filling with 54% dark chocolate promises balance rather than excess. On first break, the bar reveals a dense green centre that immediately signals restraint and confidence rather than overt indulgence.
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Origin: |
Australia |
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Cacao %: |
54% (dark) |
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Weight: |
80g |
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RRP: |
~ $12 – $14 AUD |
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Certified: |
Certified Cocoa |
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Other Claims: |
100% Natural, No artificial colours or preservatives |
Appearance
Deeply glossy with a firm, satisfying snap. The bar doesn’t always break cleanly along the groove, revealing a vivid green pistachio ganache set against the dark outer shell — a striking contrast that feels deliberate rather than decorative.
Aroma
Cocoa leads — warm and faintly fruity — while the nut remains understated. The pistachio stays in the background until the chocolate is broken and tasted.
Taste & Texture
A bold chocolate crunch gives way to a smooth, creamy centre. The dark chocolate brings depth without bitterness, while the pistachio filling adds savoury richness and gentle sweetness. Each element arrives in turn, creating balance rather than contrast. This bar is best enjoyed with a confident bite, not a slow melt.
Aftertaste & Finish
The finish is buttery and composed, leaving a lingering impression of cocoa and nut rather than sugar. It fades cleanly, with enough presence to satisfy without feeling heavy.
ATC Verdict: Is It Worth the Splurge?
We found Pistachio Ganachio to be one of the more assured offerings in the Koko Black range. The contrast between the dark exterior and the creamy centre is well judged, delivering depth without theatrics. It’s a bar that invites attention and rewards it — elegant, measured, and confidently put together.
Refined and self-assured — indulgence without excess.
Editor’s Note
This feels like a more grown-up expression within the range. Where some bars lean into comfort or sweetness, this one relies on contrast and restraint. It’s polished enough to gift, but thoughtful enough to savour slowly on its own terms.
–Adrian – Editor at All That Is Cool
