Montezumas Chocolate Absolute Black 100% Cocoa Solids Couverture Tub 3kg

For bakers, chocolatiers and cafés who want to work with the most intense chocolate possible, this Absolute Black 100% Cocoa Solids Couverture Tub holds a full 3kg of pure dark chocolate. It is the same single-ingredient recipe behind Montezuma's much-talked-about Absolute Black bars, supplied in a practical, resealable tub that makes weighing out and portioning simple.

What it tastes like

With cocoa solids at 100% and no added sugar, the flavour is deep, bold and unapologetically dark, with a natural bitterness that lets you control the sweetness of whatever you are making. That makes it a handy base for rich ganaches, sugar-controlled bakes, savoury sauces such as a mole, and hot chocolate sweetened exactly to taste. Because it contains nothing but cocoa, it is suitable for vegans and naturally free from milk and soya ingredients.

The story behind the brand

Two former lawyers, a cocoa plantation and a big idea - that is how Montezuma's started back in 2000. From a single shop in Brighton, Helen and Simon Pattinson built a British chocolate company known for bold flavour pairings and a sense of fun. Everything is still made in the UK, and the team has a firm rule of never using palm oil in any of its chocolate.

Perfect for

Couverture is designed to melt smoothly and evenly, making it ideal for professional kitchens and serious home bakers. Blend it with sweeter chocolate to create your own bespoke percentage, fold it through brownie batters, or use it for glossy, deeply flavoured coatings and drizzles.

Key features

• 3kg tub of 100% cocoa couverture
• Single ingredient with no added sugar
• Suitable for vegans
• Free from palm oil, colourings, GM ingredients and preservatives
• Great for ganache, baking, sauces and drinks

Keeping it at its best

For the best flavour and snap, store in a cool, dry place and avoid the fridge where possible, as moisture can cause a harmless white bloom on the surface. Once opened, fold the wrap closed or pop the chocolate into an airtight container.

It is a small indulgence with plenty of character, crafted by a British chocolate maker that has been doing things its own way for more than twenty years.

Add it to your basket alongside a few other Montezuma's favourites and build your own chocolate selection to enjoy at home or give to someone special.

Whether you are treating yourself or searching for a gift that feels a little more thoughtful than the usual supermarket choice, this is a Montezuma's product that is easy to love and easy to share.

It is a small indulgence with plenty of character, crafted by a British chocolate maker that has been doing things its own way for more than twenty years.

Add it to your basket alongside a few other Montezuma's favourites and build your own chocolate selection to enjoy at home or give to someone special.