% of main ingredient
70% of Cocoa
EXCEPTIONAL BLENDS Guanaja 70%
Iconic, First World’s Bitterest Chocolate
Flavor Profile Balanced
Secondary Notes Roasted
Hint of Bitter
Created in 1986, Guanaja was the world’s first 70% dark chocolate, a true revolution that redefined how chocolate could taste. Its bold cocoa content set a new standard and instantly transformed the pastry world.
Crafted from a precise blend of cocoas from Trinidad, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and Madagascar, Guanaja delivers a refined, elegant bitterness with deep, warm aromatic notes.
As it celebrates 40 years, Guanaja remains a timeless reference for chefs seeking intensity, balance, and exceptional flavor.
Features
Optimal Application
Ice Creams & Sorbets
Recommended Applications
Mousses – Crémeux & Ganaches – Bars – Coating – Molding
Pairings
Tonka bean – Ginger – Nuts – Salted butter caramel
Best by:
18 months* *calculated based on the date of manufacture
Composition
Cocoa beans (63.18%), Sugar (28.7%), Cocoa butter (7.7%), Sunflower lecithin (0.4%), Vanilla extract (0.02%)
Kosher product
Yes
Gluten free
Yes
Packaging Format
3kg bag - 4653
Special order
No
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place between 60-65°F (16-18°C).
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