{"product_id":"cacao-barry-extra-bitter-guyaquil-dark-64","title":"Cacao Barry Extra Bitter Guyaquil Dark Chocolate Couverture 64%","description":"\u003cp\u003eNamed after the historic port city of Guayaquil in Ecuador — once the world's most important cacao trading hub — Cacao Barry's Extra Bitter Guyaquil 64% is a single-origin dark couverture of exceptional pedigree. Sourced from Ecuador's legendary cacao-growing region, it delivers the bold, complex character that has made Ecuadorian cacao the benchmark for fine chocolate worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntense, aromatic, and deeply satisfying, Guyaquil is the couverture for those who take their dark chocolate seriously. Available at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chocolate\"\u003eNut House\u003c\/a\u003e, delivered across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Choose Extra Bitter Guyaquil 64%\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-origin Ecuadorian cacao:\u003c\/strong\u003e From one of the world's most celebrated cacao origins — a provenance that speaks for itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold and aromatic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense dark chocolate character with the distinctive floral and fruity notes that Ecuadorian cacao is famous for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional fluidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e High cocoa butter content for smooth tempering, enrobing, and ganache work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA statement couverture:\u003c\/strong\u003e The single-origin story and distinctive flavour profile elevate any chocolate product or dessert menu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntensely aromatic with bold cocoa, floral notes, and a distinctive fruity complexity — the hallmark of fine Ecuadorian cacao. A powerful, full-bodied dark chocolate with a long, complex finish and a pleasantly bitter edge. Pairs beautifully with raspberry, passion fruit, coffee, and fleur de sel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTempering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melt to 50–55°C, cool to 27–28°C, reheat to 31–32°C — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nuthouse.org.uk\/blogs\/news\/how-to-use-couverture-chocolate-a-professional-bakers-guide\"\u003efull tempering guide\u003c\/a\u003e for tabling and seeding methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGanaches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a 2:1 chocolate to cream ratio for firm truffles — the floral notes pair beautifully with raspberry or passion fruit ganache centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnrobing \u0026amp; moulding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent fluidity for coating truffles and filling praline moulds with a dramatic, intensely dark finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMousses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fold into whipped cream at 35–40°C for a bold, aromatic dark chocolate mousse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use in brownies, fondants, and tarts where you want an intense, complex dark chocolate flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outstanding with raspberry, passion fruit, coffee, fleur de sel, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vanilla\"\u003evanilla\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nuts\"\u003ehazelnuts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cacao Barry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in France in 1842, Cacao Barry is one of the world's most respected couverture chocolate manufacturers. Their single-origin range celebrates the unique flavour profiles of exceptional cacao-growing regions. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chocolate\"\u003eCacao Barry and premium chocolate range\u003c\/a\u003e at Nut House.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cacao Barry","offers":[{"title":"5 Kg","offer_id":57215920734590,"sku":null,"price":113.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/1286\/3614\/files\/CacaoBarry-ExtraBitterGuyaquil-5kg_main-1.avif?v=1775505715","url":"https:\/\/nuthouse.org.uk\/products\/cacao-barry-extra-bitter-guyaquil-dark-64","provider":"Nut House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}