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p{margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.8}\n.vh-pour a{color:#b98b35;text-decoration:underline;font-weight:600}\n.vh-pour a:hover{color:#8a6d28}\n\n@media(max-width:680px){.vh-w{padding:20px 16px}.vh-tech-zone{flex-direction:column}.vh-calc-row{flex-direction:column}.vh-temp-phases{flex-direction:column}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vh-w\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-h\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-c\"\u003eValrhona Grand Cru · Pure Origin Ecuador\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-t\"\u003e66% Alpaco Beans - 3kg\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vh-tg\"\u003eValrhona's first Grand Cru from Ecuador, a tribute to Ecuadorian terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vh-intro\"\u003eAlpaco is Valrhona's first pure Ecuador Grand Cru de Terroir. Its name comes from the Quechua word “Alpa,” meaning “plain.” Made from Nacional beans (Arriba variety), it highlights the distinctive floral aromas of Ecuadorian cacao, characterized by astringency. Since 2019, Valrhona has supported, with its partner Osella, a Nacional cacao preservation program across 8 provinces of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-value\"\u003e66%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-label\"\u003eCocoa\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-desc\"\u003eMinimum guaranteed content\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-value\"\u003eDark\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-label\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-desc\"\u003eCouverture chocolate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-value\"\u003e●●●○○\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-label\"\u003eFluidity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tech-desc\"\u003e3 out of 5 drops\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003eAromatic profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-cards\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card-label\"\u003eMajor profile\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card-value\"\u003esweet spices\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card-label\"\u003eMinor note\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card-value\"\u003edried fruits\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-profile-card-label\"\u003eSignature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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class=\"vh-tasting-tag\"\u003elicorice\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003eCocoa origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-label\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-value\"\u003eEcuador\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-label\"\u003eRegion \/ Terroir\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-value\"\u003e9 terroirs (Vinces, Quinindé, Simon Bolivar, La Union, Mata de Cacao, Ricaurte, San José del Tambo, Naranjal, Lagarto)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-label\"\u003eCocoa variety\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-value\"\u003eNacional (Arriba)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-label\"\u003eStatus\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-origin-value\"\u003eValrhona Grand Cru\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003eHow much chocolate do you need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-field\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"usage_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\"\u003eWhat is it for?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cselect id=\"usage_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\" onchange=\"vhCalc_feves_alpaco_62_3kg()\"\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"mousse\" data-g=\"175\"\u003eChocolate mousse (175g \/ 4 servings)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"ganache\" data-g=\"200\"\u003eWhipped ganache (200g \/ entremet)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"glacage\" data-g=\"150\"\u003eMirror glaze (150g \/ entremet)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"bonbon\" data-g=\"10\"\u003eMolded chocolates (10g \/ piece)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"tablette\" data-g=\"100\"\u003eHomemade chocolate bar (100g \/ piece)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"cake\" data-g=\"150\"\u003eMarble cake (150g \/ cake)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"macaron\" data-g=\"200\"\u003eMacaron filling (200g \/ 30 macarons)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"cookie\" data-g=\"100\"\u003eChocolate chip cookies (100g \/ 12 cookies)\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003c\/select\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-field\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"quantity_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\"\u003eHow many portions?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cselect id=\"quantity_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\" onchange=\"vhCalc_feves_alpaco_62_3kg()\"\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"1\"\u003e1 preparation\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"2\"\u003e2 preparations\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"3\" selected\u003e3 preparations\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"5\"\u003e5 preparations\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"10\"\u003e10 preparations\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"15\"\u003e15 preparations\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003coption value=\"20\"\u003e20 preparations\u003c\/option\u003e\n\u003c\/select\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-out\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-out-line\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eQuantity required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"qty_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\"\u003e525 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-out-line\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRecommended format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"fmt_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\"\u003e1 x 1kg bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-out-line\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTempering allowance (10%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"marge_feves_alpaco_62_3kg\"\u003e578 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-calc-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always allow for 10% extra to account for natural tempering losses (residue in the bowl or on the spatula). The 1kg or 3kg format always offers a better price per kg.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n(function(){\nwindow.vhCalc_feves_alpaco_62_3kg=function(){\n var sel=document.getElementById('usage_feves_alpaco_62_3kg');\n var g_per=parseInt(sel.options[sel.selectedIndex].dataset.g);\n var qty=parseInt(document.getElementById('quantity_feves_alpaco_62_3kg').value);\n var total=g_per*qty;\n var marge=Math.ceil(total*1.10\/10)*10;\n var fmt='250g';\n if(marge\u003e250\u0026\u0026marge\u003c=1000)fmt='1 kg';\n else if(marge\u003e1000\u0026\u0026marge\u003c=3000)fmt='3 kg';\n else if(marge\u003e3000)fmt='5 kg ou 12 kg';\n document.getElementById('qty_feves_alpaco_62_3kg').textContent=total+' g';\n document.getElementById('fmt_feves_alpaco_62_3kg').textContent=fmt;\n document.getElementById('marge_feves_alpaco_62_3kg').textContent=marge+' g';\n};\nvhCalc_feves_alpaco_62_3kg();\n})();\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003eWhat is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#6b5d40;margin:0 0 12px;font-style:italic\"\u003ePatissland rating based on the applications recommended by Valrhona for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-name\"\u003eGanaches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-name\"\u003eMousses\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-name\"\u003eMolded chocolates\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-name\"\u003eBars\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-name\"\u003eCoatings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-uses-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-name\"\u003eIce creams \u0026amp; sorbets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vh-uses-stars-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003eTempering curve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#6b5d40;margin:0 0 12px;font-style:italic\"\u003eThe official Valrhona curve for this chocolate. Tempering crystallizes the cocoa butter into a stable form for mirror shine, a crisp snap, and perfect unmolding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phases\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-name\"\u003eMelting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vh-temp-phase-temp\"\u003e50 - 55 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-desc\"\u003eDouble boiler or microwave in stages\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-name\"\u003eCooling\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vh-temp-phase-temp\"\u003e28 - 29 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-desc\"\u003eCrystallization of the right crystals\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-name\"\u003eWorking\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vh-temp-phase-temp\"\u003e31 - 32 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-temp-phase-desc\"\u003eIdeal molding temperature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-tip\" style=\"margin-top:14px\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e To simplify tempering, use Mycryo cocoa butter (1% of the chocolate's weight) added at 34-35 °C after melting. A quick, reliable method favored by professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003eFlavor pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#6b5d40;margin:0 0 12px;font-style:italic\"\u003eIngredients that naturally enhance this chocolate, according to Valrhona recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-accords\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-accord\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-accord\"\u003ehazelnut\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-accord\"\u003ecinnamon\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-accord\"\u003evanilla\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e7\u003c\/span\u003eChocolate pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#6b5d40;margin:0 0 12px;font-style:italic\"\u003eValrhona products that perfectly complement this chocolate in your creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/beurre-de-cacao-valrhona-3kg\" class=\"vh-comp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/beurre-de-cacao-valrhona-3kg-valrhona.jpg?v=1706120807\" alt=\"Valrhona cocoa butter\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-tag\"\u003ePairings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-title\"\u003eValrhona cocoa butter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-price\"\u003e209.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-arrow\"\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/praline-amande-noisette-valrhona\" class=\"vh-comp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/praline-amande-noisette-50percent-valrhona-1.jpg?v=1772135104\" alt=\"50% Almond Hazelnut Praliné\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-tag\"\u003ePairings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-title\"\u003e50% Almond Hazelnut Praliné\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-price\"\u003e15.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-arrow\"\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pepite-de-chocolat-noir-250g\" class=\"vh-comp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/pepites-de-chocolat-noir-52percent-250g-valrhona-1.png?v=1772135242\" alt=\"52% Dark Chocolate Chips 250g\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-tag\"\u003ePairings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-title\"\u003e52% Dark Chocolate Chips 250g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-info-price\"\u003e12.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-comp-arrow\"\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-bt-num\"\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003eSignature recipe for this chocolate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#6b5d40;margin:0 0 12px;font-style:italic\"\u003eA creative idea by Patissland to showcase the unique profile of this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-recipe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-recipe-header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-recipe-title\"\u003eAlpaco 6666% crémeux with gingerbread\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"vh-recipe-badge\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"vh-recipe-desc\"\u003eCinnamon- and homemade gingerbread-infused crémeux. An author-style dessert in a verrine, with Madagascar vanilla whipped cream and poached pear brunoise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003eComplete technical data sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"vh-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrand Cru Pure Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCocoa content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 66%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEcuador\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 terroirs (Vinces, Quinindé, Simon Bolivar, La Union, Mata de Cacao, Ricaurte, San José del Tambo, Naranjal, Lagarto)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCocoa variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNacional (Arriba)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValrhona Grand Cru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 out of 5 drops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 months at 16–18°C, protected from moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllergens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMilk, soy (depending on the product). May contain tree nuts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"vh-bt\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is couverture chocolate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCouverture chocolate is chocolate with a high cocoa butter content (generally more than 31%) intended for professionals. Its fluidity makes it suitable for coating, molding, and all fine chocolate-making techniques. Valrhona has produced exclusively couverture chocolate since 1922.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between fèves and pistoles?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no difference in quality: fèves are drop-shaped, while pistoles are flat discs. Both melt identically. Valrhona has historically produced fèves, but also offers some products as pistoles depending on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many fèves are in 100g?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 35 to 40 Valrhona fèves per 100g (varies by product). A practical format for measuring to the nearest gram without weighing once you are used to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs tempering mandatory?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor uses where the chocolate remains visible and solid (molding, coating, decoration): yes, tempering is essential for shine, snap, and shelf life. For uses where it is mixed in (mousses, ganaches, biscuits): not required; simple melting is sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow should Valrhona chocolate be stored?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeally at 16–18°C, in a dry place protected from light and odors. Avoid the refrigerator (condensation = bloom). In a resealed bag, it keeps for 18 months. No problem if the chocolate develops slight bloom: it remains suitable for baked pastries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vh-pour\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn more\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/valrhona\"\u003eValrhona collection\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/collection-chocolat-et-praline\"\u003echocolates and pralines\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/moules-en-polycarbonate\"\u003epolycarbonate chocolate molds\u003c\/a\u003e on Patissland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"VALRHONA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46518956097875,"sku":"5572","price":109.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/valrhona_alpaco_3kg.png?v=1787567693","url":"https:\/\/pitisslind.com\/en\/products\/feves-alpaco-62-3kg","provider":"Patissland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}