Valrhona Dark Chocolate Couverture Illanka 63%

Illanka is Valrhona's window into the extraordinary cacao heritage of Peru — a single-origin dark couverture crafted from a rare blend of Criollo and Trinitario beans, two of the world's most prized cacao varieties. Peru's diverse microclimates and ancient cacao traditions produce beans of remarkable finesse, and Illanka captures that character beautifully.

At 63% cocoa, Illanka sits in a sweet spot: intense enough to deliver genuine dark chocolate depth, yet refined enough to let its fruity, floral complexity shine through. Notes of red berries and subtle florals weave through a smooth, well-rounded cocoa base, with a finish that is elegant rather than aggressive. A couverture of real distinction.

Tasting Notes

Red berries · Subtle florals · Smooth cocoa · Well-rounded bitterness · Elegant finish

Best Used For

• Ganaches and truffles — exceptional with raspberry, cherry, or rose
• Bonbon shells where fruity complexity is the focus
• Enrobing delicate confections
• Mousses, tarts, and entremets
• Eating chocolate for those who appreciate fruit-forward dark profiles

Origin: Peru  |  Beans: Criollo & Trinitario  |  Cocoa: 63%  |  Format: 3kg professional block  |  Vegan-friendly