Where does cocoa liquor come from?

Here's the breakdown:

1. Cocoa beans are harvested from cocoa pods, which grow on cacao trees.

2. The beans are roasted, which develops their flavor and aroma.

3. Roasted beans are ground into a paste, called cocoa liquor (also called chocolate liquor).

Cocoa liquor is essentially unsweetened chocolate. It is a thick, dark liquid that contains cocoa butter, cocoa solids, and other components. This liquor can be used to make chocolate, cocoa powder, and other products.