Description
Available September 1st 2026. For sale in Canada only! A true icon of pastry making, Valrhona’s Jivara 40% Couverture Chocolate captivates from the very first bite with its intense flavor.
Far removed from traditional milk chocolates that can sometimes be overly sweet, Jivara offers a masterful balance and a surprising cocoa intensity, supported by an incomparable smoothness.
Crafted in France with exceptional expertise, this classic is the preferred choice of chefs and pastry enthusiasts to give a unique signature to their milk-based desserts.
Sensory Profile & Tasting Notes
- Initial Flavor: A remarkable cocoa intensity for a milk chocolate.
- Middle Notes: A rich and creamy profile, enhanced by warm and comforting malt notes.
- Finish: A milky and vanilla sweetness with a beautiful, lingering finish.
A Blend of Character (Ecuador & Ghana)
The secret of Jivara 40% lies in a complex blend of rare cocoa beans from Ecuador and Ghana.
Valrhona excels in the art of combining these terroirs to create a perfect harmony between the powerful notes of African cocoa and the floral subtlety of Ecuadorian cocoa.
Applications in Pastry & Professional Tempering
Thanks to its excellent fluidity, Jivara 40% chocolate in bean form melts quickly and lends itself to a multitude of techniques:
- Making smooth ganaches, airy mousses, and indulgent creams.
- Creating glossy molds and coating fine chocolate candies.
- Creating high-end entremets and ice creams.
🍓 Suggested Flavor Pairings:
Jivara pairs beautifully with dried fruits and praline, tonka bean, or salted caramel.
For a tangy and refreshing contrast, combine it with red berries (raspberries) or tropical fruits (mango, passion fruit).
For bolder creations, try pairing it with basil or violet.
Product Specifications
- Chocolate Type: Milk chocolate couverture (Grand Cru Blend).
- Cocoa Content: Minimum 40%.
- Origin: Carefully crafted in Tain l’Hermitage, France.
- Available Sizes:
500g (Repackaged): The ideal size for home use, culinary experiments, or family recipes, repackaged by us to guarantee its freshness.
3 kg (Original Bag): The essential reference size for chocolatiers, pastry chefs, and large-scale professional projects.
Ingredients: Cocoa butter, whole milk powder, sugar, cocoa beans, brown sugar, natural vanilla extract, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, barley malt extract.
Allergens: Contains milk and gluten (barley malt). May contain traces of nuts and soy.
