Valrhona 70% Guanaja Dark Chocolate 3 KG

Valrhona Guanaja 70% is an iconic dark chocolate couverture known for its legendary bitterness and complex aromatic profile. As the world's first chocolate to reach 70% cocoa content, it revolutionized the industry with its high intensity and range of warm notes. This blend of the finest Criollo and Trinitario beans delivers a powerful chocolate punch with a surprisingly elegant finish.

As a Canadian seller based in Calgary, Alberta, we offer these 3 KG bags to professional pastry chefs and home chocolatiers who require a bold, technical chocolate. The signature "feves" shape ensures fast, even melting and consistent tempering, making it the gold standard for high-end bittersweet creations. Enjoy fast shipping across Canada on every order.

BEST FOR

BEST FOR: Ganache, enrobing, molding, professional baking, intense mousses, lava cakes

ALLERGEN NOTE: Contains soy. May contain traces of milk, nuts, and gluten.

WHY IT WORKS

• High 70% cocoa content provides a powerful, lingering bitterness that stands up to rich dairy and sugar.

• Complex aromatic profile features a unique blend of fruit, coffee, molasses, and floral notes.

• Professional-grade fluidity allows for precise enrobing and the creation of thin, delicate chocolate shells.

• Signature feve shape is specifically engineered for rapid, uniform melting and easier handling than blocks.

• Exceptional stability in emulsions ensures a smooth, glossy finish in ganaches and high-end sauces.

• Reliability for repeat use guarantees that your signature dark chocolate desserts maintain a consistent, luxury-tier flavor.

USE CASES

• Professional Chocolatiers: Used for enrobing and molding when a deep, sophisticated dark chocolate contrast and brilliant shine are required.

• Pastry Chefs: Ideal for creating ultra-dark, stable ganaches for macarons and tarts that need a concentrated cocoa flavor.

• High-End Restaurants: Performs exceptionally well in signature lava cakes and soufflés, providing a robust chocolate heart that isn't too sweet.

• Gourmet Home Bakers: Solves the problem of finding true "chef-level" 70% dark chocolate for artisanal holiday projects and advanced tempering.

SPECS

• Size: 3 KG (6.6 lbs)

• Brand: Valrhona

• Cocoa Content: 70%

• Format: Feves (Oval Discs)

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place between 16 and 18 Celsius

• Origin: France

• Type: Dark Chocolate Couverture

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does Valrhona Guanaja 70% taste like? It is a highly intense dark chocolate with a powerful bitterness, complemented by notes of grilled cocoa nibs, warm spices, and a long, fruity finish.

How do I temper Guanaja 70%? Melt the feves to 55-58 Celsius, cool to 28-29 Celsius, and gently reheat to a working temperature of 31-32 Celsius for optimal results.

Can I use this for hot chocolate? Yes, it makes an incredibly rich, "Parisian-style" thick hot chocolate. We recommend whisking it into hot milk or cream for a decadent beverage.

Is this chocolate vegan-friendly? The ingredients are plant-based; however, Valrhona produces this on equipment that may also process milk chocolate, so trace amounts of dairy may be present.

What is the difference between Guanaja and Caraibe? Guanaja is 70% and much more bitter and intense with spice notes, while Caraibe is 66% and more balanced with roasted nut and woody notes.

How should I store the 3 KG bag? Keep the bag tightly sealed in a cool, dark place. Avoid the refrigerator, as humidity can cause the chocolate to bloom or lose its texture.