Description
*For sale in Canada only
Callebaut Selection – Zestina Plein Arôme Cocoa Powder (1 kg)
The perfect balance between the nostalgic comfort of childhood memories and high technical mastery.
The iconic Zestina Experience Plein Arôme cocoa powder brings a distinctive character and incomparable richness to all your creations.
As a true treasure of our Zestina Experience collection, this extra-fine powder delivers a bold, upfront cocoa flavor, enhanced by a surprising touch of fruity brightness that gently awakens the palate.
Crafted from beans rigorously selected from the finest harvests, it boasts a beautiful warm brown color, a testament to its exceptional quality.
Ideal for artisans, it instantly evokes the comforting warmth of freshly baked goods while meeting the performance standards of modern laboratories.
Sensory Profile & Flavor Development:
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Visual: Its warm, autumnal brown shade adds a soft visual appeal and an irresistible depth to your finished products.
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The Attack: The tasting experience opens with a dominant note of intense roasted cocoa, which remains the guiding thread throughout.
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The Development: As the flavor evolves, a subtle bitterness gently emerges, bringing a perfect balance to the deep roasted character.
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The Finish: The sensory journey lingers with persistent notes of pure, toasted cocoa, offering a grounded, round, and highly satisfying conclusion.
Technical Performance & Functionality: Thanks to its specific composition, Plein Arôme powder seamlessly combines functionality and texture in the kitchen:
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Luxurious Fat Content (22-24%): This high concentration of cocoa butter provides a unique richness on the palate, adding incredible moisture to batters and a silky texture to your emulsions.
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Perfect Alkalization (pH 6.8 – 7.2): Its slight alkalization guarantees excellent stability, optimal dissolution, and perfect color consistency, no matter the application.
Recommended Applications for Artisans: Highly versatile, this powder is your ally of choice for flavoring, coloring, and texturing:
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Biscuits, cakes, and sponges for a warm, gourmet visual.
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Mirror glazes and fine decorations.
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House-made spreads, rich ganaches, and smooth truffles.
Technical Specifications:
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Format: 1 kg bag
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Fat Content: 22% – 24% (Cocoa Butter)
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Alkalinity: pH 6.8 – 7.2 (Slightly alkalized)
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Ingredients: Cocoa, Potassium carbonate.
