This particular Ghanaian cocoa bean comes from the Forastero branch of the cocoa family. Forastero is a mild cocoa bean. It is neither too sweet or too bitter. One could use this cocoa product to make foods, such as baking, making chocolates, or any kinds of culinary dishes. The properties in these cocoa beans are 1 Magnesium which is good for your heart and helps makes your bones strong.2 Antioxidants with one bean usually containing 10.000 Milligrams 3 Chromium which helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels. All items are usually shipped on the weekends [ BUYERS HAVE TO PAY FOR SHIPPING COSTS IF ITEMS ARE SOLD OUTSIDE USA ]