Each month, we spotlight a Valrhona couverture that’s making waves in the world of fine chocolate—and this time, we’re going bright, bold, and beautifully white with Opalys 33%.
Browse our previous Valrhona chocolate journeys on the Keylink blog!
A White Chocolate Like No Other
Subtly sweet, luminously pale, and effortlessly smooth, Opalys 33% is white chocolate with a difference. With its velvety texture and pristine, opalescent hue, Opalys delivers a refined and gentle sweetness. It’s expertly balanced, with fresh milky notes and a soft touch of natural vanilla. The name Opalys comes from the chocolate’s radiant appearance, inspired by the opalescent glow that gives the chocolate its elegant and almost ethereal white colour.
Sensory Profile
What makes Opalys truly special is how it plays with both form and flavour. Its texture is silky and fluid, ideal for technical work and precision tempering, while its taste is delicate, creamy, and subtle. The light sweetness allows the richness of cocoa butter and milk to shine, making it a firm favourite among pastry chefs and chocolatiers.
Designed for Creative Professionals
Whether you are crafting silky-smooth truffles, sculpting moulded bonbons, or creating a statement glaze, Opalys offers the texture and tempering stability professionals desire. It is a go to choice when you want your white chocolate to be both beautiful and bold.
Its mild profile also makes it extremely versatile in flavour pairings, complementing everything from tropical fruits and citrus to matcha, spices, and nuts.
Technical Specifications
- Colour: Opalescent bright white
- Tasting notes: Lightly sweet with fresh milk and natural vanilla
- Texture: Velvety smooth and fluid
- Recommended applications: Moulding, bars, mousse, cream mix & ganache, ice creams and sorbets
- Flavour pairings: Citrus, red fruits, vanilla, tea
Recipes with Opalys
Looking to showcase this pristine white chocolate in your creations? Try one of these Valrhona recipes where Opalys 33% takes centre stage:
Next month, we’re diving into warm sweet spices with subtle dried fruits and a whisper of woody depth but in the form of comforting chocolate. Until then, explore the full Valrhona range—single packs available for a limited time!