Valrhona Inspiration – Fruit Couverture
Inspiration Matcha
Valrhona Inspiration Matcha couverture. Japanese green tea in a chocolate-like texture.
Inspiration Matcha is a Valrhona vegetal couverture made with matcha tea. Composition: sugar, 35% cocoa butter, 8.1% matcha green tea, sunflower lecithin. With no coloring or preservatives, its green color is entirely natural. Characteristic vegetal notes and slight bitterness of quality matcha, in a texture that works like white chocolate.
Characteristics
Fruit couverture
Type
Cocoa butter + fruit
100%
Natural
No coloring or flavoring
Natural matcha green
Color
Made exclusively from fruit
2Aromatic profile
Major profile
green tea
Minor note
matcha
Signature
vegetal and slightly bitter
Tasting notes
3What is it used for?
Evaluation according to the applications recommended by École Valrhona for this product.
Ganaches
Mousses
Molded chocolates
Bars
Coatings
Ice creams & sorbets
4Tempering curve
The official Valrhona curve for this product.
1
Melting
45 - 48 °C
Bain-marie, stirring continuously
2
Cooling
26 - 27 °C
Crystallization of the right crystals
3
Working
28 - 29 °C
Ideal molding temperature
Inspiration specialty: fruit couvertures tend to have a thicker texture than classic chocolate. When melting, maintain continuous stirring to homogenize. The tempering curve is slightly lower than for white chocolate.
5Perfect pairings
Ingredients officially recommended by École Valrhona to enhance this fruit couverture.
fruit
white chocolate
coconut
hazelnut
citrus
vanilla
6Perfect pairings for this fruit couverture
Valrhona products that perfectly complement this product in your creations.
7Signature recipe
A creative idea to showcase this product.
Matcha hazelnut entremets
InspirationHazelnut dacquoise biscuit, Inspiration Matcha mousse, almond and hazelnut praline insert, matcha green glaze. The matcha's vegetal notes balance the praline's indulgence.
Complete technical sheet
| Brand | Valrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage) |
| Range | Inspiration – Fruit couvertures |
| Type | Fruit couverture (cacao-free) |
| Composition | Cocoa butter + sugar + fruit |
| Natural | No colorings, flavorings, or preservatives |
| Size | 3 kg |
| Storage | 16 to 18°C, protected from light and moisture |
| Allergens | May contain traces of tree nuts, soy, gluten, and milk. |
| Made in | France (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme) |
Frequently asked questions
What is an Inspiration fruit couverture?
A fruit couverture is a Valrhona innovation that replaces cocoa with fruit powder. Composition: cocoa butter + sugar + fruit. It is worked exactly like white chocolate (melting, tempering, molding), but with a 100% natural fruit flavor and color. No added colorings or flavorings.
How do you temper an Inspiration couverture?
The curve is slightly lower than for classic white chocolate: melting 45–48°C, crystallization 26–27°C, working 28–29°C. Important: while melting, stir continuously because Inspiration couvertures have a thicker texture than traditional chocolate.
How long can I keep my Inspiration creations?
Because Inspiration recipes are made with natural fruit (without colorings or preservatives), they are more delicate. Store the creations in the back room at a maximum of 18°C, protected from light. Sell within a maximum of 4 weeks. Opaque packaging significantly extends shelf life.
Can you make whipped ganache with Inspiration?
Yes, absolutely. Inspiration couvertures are perfectly suited to whipped ganache thanks to their composition (cocoa butter + sugar + fruit). Follow a white chocolate whipped ganache recipe, simply replacing Ivoire with your Inspiration couverture. Chill for at least 12 hours before whipping.
Why is the texture thicker than chocolate?
Fruit powder naturally contains fiber and pectin, which thicken the mixture. This is why you need to stir continuously while melting and slightly adjust your recipes (for example, by adding a little more cream to ganaches).
Learn more
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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.
