Callebaut Dark Chocolate 54.5% '811'

If there is one dark chocolate couverture that the professional world has agreed upon, it is this one. Callebaut 811 is the world's most widely used dark couverture — trusted by professional chocolatiers and pastry chefs in over 100 countries for its consistency, reliability, and a flavour profile that simply works in every application.

At 54.5% cocoa, 811 sits in the sweet spot: deep enough to deliver genuine dark chocolate character, approachable enough to work harmoniously with almost any flavour. Rich cocoa, subtle roasted notes, and a smooth, clean finish — no surprises, no off-notes, just excellent dark chocolate that performs exactly as expected, every single time. In a 2.5kg or 10kg professional bag, it is the dark chocolate that earns its place in every serious kitchen.

Tasting Notes

Rich cocoa · Subtle roasted notes · Smooth · Balanced · Clean, reliable finish

Best Used For

• Ganaches and truffles — the world's most trusted dark chocolate base
• Moulding and enrobing — excellent fluidity and snap for professional work
• Baking — brownies, fondants, and chocolate cakes
• Chocolate sauces and glazes
• Tempering — a benchmark couverture for professional tempering work
• Everyday professional chocolate work where consistency is everything

Available Sizes

• 2.5kg bag — ideal for smaller batches and home bakers
• 10kg bag — professional volume for regular high-volume use

Cocoa: 54.5%  |  Origin: Belgium  |  Trusted in 100+ countries  |  Vegan-friendly