Roasting
The seeds obtained are roasted, i.e.
their surface is heated to reduce the
rate of humidity, eliminate the acidity
formed during fermentation, facilitate
shelling and crushing and enable the
savours (“chocolate” flavour and aroma)
to develop. The roasting process, which
also sterilises the beans, is carried out
at 98 - 120 °C for 90 - 95 minutes.