Description
Be surprised by Valrhona’s Bahibe 46% Milk Chocolate, an exceptional couverture with a unique character.
With its surprisingly high cocoa percentage for a milk chocolate, Bahibe offers the perfect balance between the intense cocoa of a grand cru from the Dominican Republic and the smooth sweetness of milk.
Born from a custom request for a San Francisco client, this rare chocolate takes its name from the “Rose of Bayahibe,” the iconic cactus flower of its country of origin.
Its rigorously selected beans come exclusively from the prestigious Duarte Province.
Sensory Profile & Aromatic Notes
- Initial Flavor: A surprisingly powerful cocoa flavor for a milk chocolate.
- Middle Flavor: Indulgent notes of ripe fruit and an intensely creamy texture.
- Finish: A gentle bitterness balanced by the roundness of milk, evoking the richness of the Dominican Republic’s wild vegetation.
A strong commitment to the future of cocoa farming
Choosing Bahibé chocolate also means supporting a sustainable and eco-responsible approach. Valrhona and its local partner in the Dominican Republic are active members of the Cacao Forest project.
This collaborative initiative (bringing together producers, scientists, and artisans) aims to develop sustainable farming models based on agroforestry (growing cocoa trees under the shade of other trees).
This model makes it possible to:
- Actively protect biodiversity and the environment.
- Virtually improve the living conditions of local producers.
- Guarantee exceptional cocoa quality and a unique aromatic profile.
Recipe Inspiration & Applications
Bahibé 46% couverture chocolate is ideal for creating high-end desserts: molded chocolates, ganaches, mousses, glazes, or decorations.
- Chocolate Type: Milk couverture chocolate (minimum 46% cocoa solids).
- Origin: Dominican Republic (Duarte Province) – Single Origin.
- Available Sizes:
500g bag (repackaged by us), ideal for trying or home use.
3kg original bag, perfect for professionals and large-scale gourmet projects.
Ingredients: sugar, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa beans from the Dominican Republic, emulsifier: lecithins, natural vanilla extract. May contain: nuts, soy.
