Valrhona 46% Bahibe - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS

Valrhona 46% Bahibe - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS – Bold, Fruity Cocoa Bliss

Discover the exquisite Valrhona 46% Bahibe - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS, a single-origin Grand Cru from the Dominican Republic’s Duarte province. Inspired by a custom request from a San Francisco client, this milk chocolate, with an exceptionally high 46% cocoa content, balances the sweetness of milk with intense cocoa, revealing ripe fruit, cereal, and a hint of bitterness. Named after the Bayahibe Rose, the Dominican Republic’s emblematic cactus flower, it’s perfect for professional chocolatiers, pastry chefs, or home bakers crafting milk chocolate dessert recipes like mousses, ganaches, and bars.

Why Choose Valrhona Bahibe 46% Milk Chocolate?

• Premium Quality: Made with 46% cocoa (cocoa beans, 42% fat), sugar (30%), whole milk powder (23%), sunflower lecithin, and natural vanilla extract, offering a bold cocoa taste with fruity and nutty notes. Ripe fruit, cereal, and slight bitterness. Certified B Corp, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, and Kosher Dairy (Triangle K).
• Versatile Use: Ideal for molding, coating, bars, mousses, cremeux, ganaches, ice creams, and sorbets. Perfect for chocolate ganache recipes with its smooth, velvety texture. Pairs with banana, pear, coffee, vanilla, caramel, pepper, or fleur de sel.
• Distinctive Flavor: Combines intense cocoa with fruity acidity, dried fruit, and nutty hues, evoking the Dominican Republic’s lush terroir, making it ideal for gourmet chocolate recipes that bridge milk and dark chocolate preferences.
• Convenient Size: 3KG (6.6lb) bag of feves (discs) ensures easy melting for bulk pastry needs. Tempering: Melt at 45-50°C (113-122°F), crystallize at 27-28°C (81-82°F), work at 29-30°C (84-86°F). Store at 16-18°C (60-64°F).
• Dietary Note: Contains milk; may contain traces of nuts, egg proteins, or gluten. Not vegan-friendly. Check labels for allergens, as melting may occur during shipping in warm conditions, causing bloom (safe but dull appearance).

Effortless Gourmet Creations

Melt Valrhona Bahibe 46% Milk Chocolate feves for a silky chocolate mousse or glossy bonbon coating. Its complex flavor shines in cremeux, truffles, or milk chocolate bars, with customers praising its smooth, full-bodied taste that appeals to both milk and dark chocolate lovers, though some note its higher cost reflects its quality. Recommended by L’École du Grand Chocolat for pairing with sweet fruits or spices, it’s a versatile choice for salted butter tart recipes or snacking. Pair with Valrhona’s P125 Coeur de Guanaja for bold contrasts. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 12-18 months.

Why Valrhona?

Since 1922, Valrhona, founded by Pastry Chef Albéric Guironnet in Tain L’Hermitage, France, has crafted artisan chocolates with complex flavors. A certified B Corp since 2020, Valrhona partners with Dominican cooperatives like Conacado and COOPROAGRO, using agroforestry and fair trade practices to source premium cocoa for Bahibe. Supporting the Cacao Forest project since 2016, Valrhona ensures sustainability and quality, making Bahibe a trusted choice for high-end pastry creations.

Order Now & Craft Exquisite Masterpieces!

Transform your desserts with Valrhona 46% Bahibe - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS. Perfect for milk chocolate recipes or sophisticated confections, this couverture delivers unmatched balance and intensity. Buy now and create unforgettable gourmet experiences!