Chocolate Bar Guanaja 70%
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A Revolution in Every Bite
The story of a flavour that changed everything.
In 1986, Valrhona created what was then the world's most bitter chocolate—with 70% cocoa. It was a bold step that transformed chocolate making. As the sugar content was reduced, every nuance of the cocoa had to stand on its own. This marked the beginning of a new philosophy, where each cocoa bean was selected with exceptional precision to achieve perfect balance without masking its natural character.
A blend with remarkable character.
Guanaja is a sophisticated blend of cocoa beans from Trinidad, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Madagascar. Together, they create the chocolate's unmistakable signature—intense, complex and elegantly bitter. Its flavour unfolds like a symphony, where bright acidity and roasted cocoa nib notes come together in perfect harmony.
A classic born from innovation.
The name Guanaja pays tribute to the Caribbean island where Christopher Columbus first encountered cocoa in 1502. Yet the chocolate has created a legacy of its own. It set a new benchmark for the industry, challenged traditional techniques, and opened the door to an entirely new world of chocolate craftsmanship.
Power, finesse and balance.
Guanaja is more than just a chocolate—it's a creative tool. A source of inspiration for pastry chefs, chocolatiers and culinary professionals around the world. With its powerful aroma and silky texture, it elevates everything from mousses and ganaches to glazes and desserts.
📍 The Caribbean & Africa – A celebration of the world's finest cocoa beans
Ingredients: Cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), natural flavourings.
May contain traces of: GLUTEN, EGGS, PEANUTS, SOY, MILK, TREE NUTS, CELERY, MUSTARD, and SESAME.
Weight: 80 g
Cocoa content: Minimum 70% cocoa
Producer: Valrhona
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
