Two Fruit-Forward Limited Batch Bars
Raaka's Limited Batch Bars are where the chocolate maker experiments with unexpected combinations. Two current offerings—Cherry Lime and Blueberry Crumble—both start with Tanzanian cacao but take very different paths. One is bright and zesty, the other rich and jammy. Here's how they compare so you can pick the one that fits your mood.
At a Glance: What the Catalog Says
- Cherry Lime: The combination of cherry and lime is something you might expect in a soda, but not a chocolate bar. We fold ground freeze-dried cherries and lime powder into Tanzanian cacao. This bar delivers a juicy, zesty, tangy profile. The freeze-dried fruit and lime powder create a creamy yet bright texture.
Cherry Lime - Blueberry Crumble: We folded freeze-dried blueberries into Tanzanian dark chocolate, then added our own factory-made gluten-free sugar cookie crumbles. Blueberry Crumble is richer and more dessert-like. The cookie crumbles add a crunchy, crumbly texture that complements the jammy blueberry flavor.
Blueberry Crumble
Flavor and Texture: Cherry Lime vs. Blueberry Crumble
Both bars use freeze-dried fruit, but the flavor experience is completely different.
- Cherry Lime: The catalog describes it as zigging and zagging: juicy and rich, zesty and tangy, creamy and smooth. It evokes a coastal summer drive. The lime powder gives a sharp citrus note that cuts through the dark chocolate, making it feel lighter and more refreshing.
- Blueberry Crumble: This bar is described as chocolatey, fruity, jammy, with a cookie-like crumble. The gluten-free sugar cookie pieces add a crunchy texture and a sweet, buttery note. It feels more like a dessert bar—something you'd reach for when you want a treat that feels like a baked good.
When to Choose Each
If you're in the mood for something bright and surprising—a chocolate that wakes up your palate with citrus and tart cherry—go for Cherry Lime. It's the bar that makes you think of soda in chocolate form, but in a good way.
If you want a richer, more comforting experience that mimics a fruit crumble dessert, Blueberry Crumble is your pick. The cookie crumble adds a satisfying crunch that Cherry Lime doesn't have.
Price and Availability
- Cherry Lime: Catalog price: USD 4.50 (catalog comparison price USD 9.00). Both bars are priced the same, so your decision comes down to flavor preference, not cost.
- Blueberry Crumble: Catalog price: USD 4.50 (catalog comparison price USD 9.00). Same price as Cherry Lime. No financial trade-off between the two.
What the Records Don't Confirm
The supplied information does not specify cocoa percentage, net weight, or exact ingredient lists beyond the fruit and cookie crumble. Both bars are described as using Tanzanian cacao. If you have specific dietary needs beyond the gluten-free cookie crumble mentioned for Blueberry Crumble, you may want to check the packaging or contact Raaka directly.
