A finely-balanced couverture from French chocolate masters Cacao Barry, offering a rounded cocoa flavor and delicate sweetness. Excellence 55% is part of Cacao Barry's Pureté range, made by a unique new fermentation process that brings out the natural character of the cocoa beans. Similar in character to their popular N° 811 couverture, Excellence 55% has a rich roasted cocoa flavor with fruity back notes. Use it for everything from ganaches and mousses to pastry and cake work, as well as ice creams, desserts and confectionery. Pairs well with pepper, clove, lime, hazelnut and violet.