Callebaut 811 vs 70-30-38

Callebaut 811 and 70-30-38 are dark couverture options for professional baking. The right choice depends on cocoa percentage, flavor intensity, fluidity, recipe balance and pack format.

At a glance

• Callebaut 811: 54.5% dark couverture, available in callets and an 11 lb block format.
• Callebaut 70-30-38: 70.5% dark couverture, available as an 11 lb block.

When 811 may fit best

811 is a flexible dark chocolate for ganache, fillings, cookies, brownies and general pastry work when a balanced cocoa profile is desired.

When 70-30-38 may fit best

70-30-38 brings a stronger cocoa character and can suit recipes where a deeper dark chocolate profile is wanted. Test a small batch before changing a production formula.

Choose the sell unit

Use the 811 block for larger batch work, 811 callets for portioning, or 70-30-38 when the higher cocoa percentage matches your formula.

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FAQ

Which is darker, 811 or 70-30-38?

70-30-38 has the higher listed cocoa percentage, so it generally delivers a more intense cocoa profile. Recipe results also depend on sugar, fat and application.