Valrhona – Couverture Chocolate
Caramelia 36% Chocolate Beans
Caramelia 36% milk chocolate with natural salted caramel notes.
Caramelia 36% is a Valrhona milk chocolate with natural salted caramel notes. The sugar is caramelized in the chocolate mass to create this flavor profile without any added flavoring. Smooth texture, with a soft caramel taste balanced by a hint of milk. Highly versatile, particularly well suited to indulgent desserts and chocolate confections.
3 kg format — who is it for?
The 3 kg format is intended for professionals and high-volume workshops: chocolatiers, pastry shops, laboratories, and training programs. The price per kilo is significantly more advantageous than for smaller formats, making it suitable for regular high-volume use (molded chocolates, coatings, mousses, and ganaches produced in batches).
Technical specifications
36%
Cocoa
Guaranteed minimum content
Milk
Type
Couverture chocolate
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Fluidity
4 drops out of 5
2Aromatic profile
Major profile
caramel
Minor note
milky
Signature
salted caramel
Tasting notes
4How much chocolate do you need?
Required quantity525 g
Recommended format1 kg bag
Tempering allowance (10%)578 g
Advice: Always allow for 10% extra to account for natural tempering losses. Buy the largest format possible: the price per kg is always more advantageous.
5What is it for?
Evaluation based on the applications recommended by Valrhona for this product.
Ganaches
Mousses
Molded chocolates
Bars
Coatings
Ice creams & sorbets
6Tempering curve
The official Valrhona curve for this chocolate.
1
Melting
45–50°C
Double boiler or microwave in intervals
2
Cooling
27–28°C
Crystallization of the right crystals
3
Working
29–30°C
Ideal molding temperature
Tip: To simplify the process, use Mycryo cocoa butter (1% of the chocolate's weight) added at 34–35°C. Fast, reliable tempering favored by professionals.
7Flavor pairings
Ingredients officially recommended by Valrhona to enhance this chocolate.
nuts
praline
coffee
yellow fruits
citrus fruits
fleur de sel
8Perfect pairings for this chocolate
Valrhona products that perfectly complement this product.
9Signature recipe for this chocolate
A creative idea by Patissland to showcase the unique profile of this product.
Caramelia 36% Fleur de Sel Bonbons
InspirationCaramelia 36% shell in a polycarbonate mold, caramel whipped ganache, finished with fleur de sel. The chocolate’s caramelized profile enhances the indulgence of the filling.
Complete technical data sheet
| Brand | Valrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage) |
| Range | Blend |
| Type | Milk |
| Cocoa content | 36% minimum |
| Fluidity | 4 drops out of 5 |
| Available sizes | 250g, 3kg |
| Storage | 18 months at 16–18°C, protected from moisture |
| Allergens | Milk (depending on the product). May contain tree nuts and soy. |
| Made in | France (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme) |
Frequently asked questions
Which size should you choose: 250g, 1kg, or 3kg?
250g for trying it out or an occasional dessert. 1kg for a regular home pastry chef (5–15 desserts). 3kg or more for workshops and professional use: the price per kilogram is significantly more advantageous in larger formats.
What is couverture chocolate?
Couverture chocolate is chocolate with a high cocoa butter content (generally more than 31%) intended for professionals. Its fluidity makes it suitable for coating, molding, and all fine chocolate-making techniques.
Is tempering mandatory?
For uses where the chocolate remains visible and solid (molding, coating, decoration): yes, tempering is essential for shine, snap, and shelf life. For uses where it is mixed in (mousses, ganaches, biscuits): not required; simply melting it is sufficient.
How many fèves are in 100g?
Approximately 35 to 40 Valrhona fèves per 100g. A practical format for measuring to the nearest gram without weighing once you are used to it.
How should Valrhona chocolate be stored?
Ideally at 16–18°C, in a dry place protected from light and odors. Avoid the refrigerator (condensation = sugar bloom). In a resealed bag, it keeps for 18 months.
Learn more
Explore the Valrhona collection, chocolates and pralines, and Silikomart molds on Patissland.
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.
