Quick answer
If you prefer a rich, sweet dark chocolate with no bitterness, go with the 60% House Blend Bar. For a bolder, more balanced bitter-sweet experience, choose the Dangerously Dark 70% Bar.
Cocoa percentage and flavor profile
The main difference between these two bars is the cocoa content, which directly affects sweetness and bitterness. The 60% House Blend is designed to be rich and decadent without any bitter taste, making it an everyday dark chocolate that appeals to a wide range of palates. The 70% Dangerously Dark Bar aims for a perfect balance of bitter and sweet, targeting those who appreciate a more pronounced dark chocolate character.
Who each bar is for
Jacques uses the 60% House Blend as his go-to dark chocolate for bonbons, coated items, and cookies, which indicates its versatility in both eating and baking. The 70% bar is marketed as a dark chocolate for connoisseurs, suggesting it's better suited for focused tasting or pairing with bold flavors.
Trade-offs at a glance
- 60% House Blend Bar: Sweeter, no bitterness, versatile for eating and baking.
- 70% Dangerously Dark Bar: Balanced bitter-sweet, more intense, best for connoisseurs.
- Price difference: The 60% House Blend Bar costs USD 7.04, while the 70% Dangerously Dark Bar is USD 8.14. Both are discounted from a catalog price of USD 11.00. The 70% bar is slightly more expensive, but both offer good value at their current prices.
Product facts
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60% House Blend Bar: Jacques' 60% Dark Chocolate is rich, decadent and just sweet enough to not have any bitter taste. He uses it as his House Blend in all his dark chocolate bonbons and cookies. This bar is the most versatile dark chocolate in the lineup, ideal for both snacking and baking without overwhelming bitterness.
60% House Blend Bar
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Dangerously Dark Bar 70%: This truly is a perfect balance of bitter and sweet at 70% cocoa content. A dark chocolate bar for any chocolate connoisseur. The higher cocoa percentage delivers a more intense flavor that serious dark chocolate fans seek, while still maintaining sweetness.
Dangerously Dark Bar 70%
Which bar is right for you?
Best for
- Everyday dark chocolate lovers who prefer sweet and smooth
- Bakers looking for a versatile dark chocolate that won't overpower recipes
Not for
- Those who crave a deeper, more bitter dark chocolate experience
