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Jivara 40%
40% cocoa · milk chocolate · Ecuador & Ghana
Maker's notes: Milky, Malty, Vanilla
Jivara 40% is a smooth milk chocolate from the French producer Valrhona, featuring distinct notes of cream, malt, and vanilla.
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- Fiamma ChocolateOnline shop in Australia · ships within Australia
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Tasting Notes
MilkyMaltyVanilla
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About Jivara 40%
Jivara 40% is a signature milk chocolate creation by Valrhona, a renowned chocolate producer based in the Tain l'Hermitage region of France. Valrhona operates as a large-scale producer, supplying professional pastry chefs and home enthusiasts around the globe with consistent, high-quality couverture chocolate.
This milk chocolate bar offers a very specific sensory profile defined by its 40% cacao content. The flavor experience centers on a prominent milky quality, complemented by warm malty undertones and the classic, sweet finish of vanilla. The texture is designed to be creamy and accessible, making it a reliable choice for those who enjoy a traditional, sweet style of milk chocolate.
Valrhona manages its production processes internally to ensure the consistency expected from a global brand. Each bar weighs 70 grams and serves as a classic representation of European-style milk chocolate processing, focusing on a balance of sugar and cocoa intensity to achieve its recognizable flavor notes.
- Location: Tain l'Hermitage, France
Quick Specs
| Type | Milk |
| Cocoa Content | 40% |
| Origin | Ecuador & Ghana |
| Weight | 70g |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Valrhona (France) |
Awards
Competition awards
What’s inside
cocoa butter, whole milk powder, sugar, cocoa beans, brown sugar, natural vanilla extract, sunflower lecithin, barley malt extract
Contains dairy
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Common questions about Jivara 40%
What is the cocoa percentage of Jivara 40%?
Jivara 40% contains 40% cocoa (also written 40% cacao), classified as milk chocolate.
Where do the cocoa beans in Jivara 40% come from?
The cocoa beans in Jivara 40% are sourced from Ecuador & Ghana.
What are the ingredients in Jivara 40%?
The ingredients listed for Jivara 40% are: cocoa butter, whole milk powder, sugar, cocoa beans, brown sugar, natural vanilla extract, sunflower lecithin, barley malt extract.
Is Jivara 40% vegan?
Jivara 40% contains dairy ingredients and is not suitable for a vegan diet.
How big is a single Jivara 40% bar?
A single Jivara 40% bar weighs 70 grams.
What does Jivara 40% taste like?
Jivara 40% lists flavour notes of Milky, Malty and Vanilla.
Is Jivara 40% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
Jivara 40% is classified on Chof as milk chocolate.
Has Jivara 40% won any awards?
Jivara 40% has been recognised at: Academy of Chocolate Silver 2011 and Academy of Chocolate Gold 2008.
Where can I buy Jivara 40%?
Jivara 40% is made by Valrhona. Valrhona sells directly through their website at https://www.valrhona.com. Chof lists 20 shops that carry Valrhona bars, including Adam & Oden Frukt och Konfektyr in Stockholm, Ahlgrens Konfektyr in Lund and Bar & Cocoa in the United States. Selection varies by shop. To track your tastings, scan Jivara 40% in the Chof app.
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