Valrhona · Exceptional White Chocolate
Opalys 33% Chocolate Feves, 3 kg
Less-sweet Valrhona white chocolate with a delicate milky profile.
Opalys 33% is the Valrhona white chocolate designed to reveal the nobility of milk without excessive sweetness. With a lower sugar content than classic white chocolates, it offers a delicate, subtle milky profile, an ideal base for pairings with fruit, flowers, or spices.
Technical specifications
- Cocoa
- 33%
- Guaranteed minimum content
- Type
- White
- Couverture chocolate
- Fluidity
- ●●●●○
- 4 drops out of 5
Aromatic profile
Main profile
milky
Minor note
subtle
Signature
not very sweet
Tasting notes
Quantity guide
Example for reference, based on the parameters below. Adjust the quantity to suit your preparation.
| What is it used for? | Chocolate mousse (175 g / 4 servings) |
|---|---|
| How many servings? | 3 preparations |
| Required quantity | 525 g |
| Recommended size | 1 bag of 1 kg |
| Tempering allowance (10%) | 578 g |
Tip: Always allow 10% extra for natural tempering losses (residue in the bowl and on the spatula). The 1 kg or 3 kg size always offers a better price per kg.
What is it used for?
Patissland rating based on Valrhona's recommended applications for this product.
Ganaches
Mousses
Molded chocolates
Bars
Coatings
Ice creams & sorbets
Tempering curve
Valrhona's official tempering curve for this chocolate. Tempering crystallizes cocoa butter into a stable form for a mirror shine, a crisp snap, and perfect release from the mold.
Melting
40 - 45 °CDouble boiler or microwave in short intervalsCooling
26 - 27 °CCrystallization of the right crystalsWorking
28 - 29 °CIdeal molding temperature
Flavor pairings
Ingredients that naturally enhance this chocolate, according to Valrhona's recommendations.
Perfect pairings for this chocolate
Valrhona products that perfectly complement this chocolate in your creations.
Signature recipe for this chocolate
A creative idea by Patissland to showcase the unique profile of this product.
Opalys whipped ganache with tonka vanilla 33%
InspirationWhipped ganache infused with tonka bean and Madagascar vanilla. Filling for entremets or pavlovas, to pair with fresh red berries.
Complete technical data sheet
| Brand | Valrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage) |
|---|---|
| Range | White |
| Type | White |
| Cocoa content | 33% minimum |
| Fluidity | 4 drops out of 5 |
| Storage | 18 months at 16-18 °C, protected from moisture |
| Allergens | Milk, soy (depending on product). May contain tree nuts. |
| Made in | France (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme) |
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, our advice
What is couverture chocolate?
Couverture chocolate is chocolate with a high cocoa butter content (generally over 31%) intended for professionals. Its fluidity makes it suitable for coating, molding, and all fine chocolate-making techniques. Valrhona has produced exclusively couverture chocolate since 1922.
What is the difference between fèves and pistoles?
There is no difference in quality: fèves are drop-shaped, while pistoles are flat discs. Both melt in the same way. Valrhona has traditionally produced fèves, but also offers some products in pistole form depending on the market.
How many fèves are there in 100 g?
About 35 to 40 Valrhona fèves per 100 g (varies by product). A convenient format for measuring to the nearest gram without weighing once you get used to it.
Is tempering required?
For applications where the chocolate remains visible and solid (molding, coating, decoration): yes, tempering is essential for shine, snap, and shelf life. For applications where it is mixed in (mousses, ganaches, cookies): not necessary; simply melting it is sufficient.
How should Valrhona chocolate be stored?
Ideally at 16-18 °C, in a dry place away from light and odors. Avoid the refrigerator (condensation = whitening). Stored in a resealed bag, it keeps for 18 months. Slight chocolate bloom is not a problem: it can still be used in baked goods.
Additional resources
Explore the Valrhona collection, colorants for white chocolate, Silikomart molds on Patissland.
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Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
