Beverage
Arriba
A tier
Arriba is the classic Ecuadorian fine-flavour designation—floral, jasmine-like notes historically tied to Nacional genetics upriver on the Guayas. Modern “Arriba” labelling can be broader; best lots still smell distinctly floral. Seek for Ecuadorian floral chocolate character. Quality depends on genetics and post-harvest, not the word alone.
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Unit
Characteristics
Preparations
Fine BarFloral OriginSingle Origin
Traits
Ecuador FloralEcuadorianFine Flavour NameFloralNacional LinkPremiumVariable Purity
Grading systems
Grades are placed along a shared scale so systems can be compared side by side.
CCN-51
ASE / ASS
Arriba Nacional Fine
History
EC
Arriba cacao from upriver Ecuador defined floral fine flavour in trade.
EC
Disease and hybrids complicated pure Arriba identity.
EC
Ecuador promoted Arriba as a national fine-cocoa brand.
EC
Specialty buyers still chase true floral Arriba character.