Arkadia Cocoa Drinking Chocolate Blend 40- 1kg
Arkadia Cocoa Drinking Chocolate Blend 40- 1kg
Arkadia 40% Cocoa Drinking Chocolate — 1kg
Bold, full-bodied and bittersweet — 100% Ivory Coast cocoa with subtle orange zest, hazelnut and dried stone fruit, built for café-quality hot chocolate, mochas and dessert drinks.
Arkadia Drinking Chocolate (40% cocoa) is a bold, full-bodied blend crafted with 100% Ivory Coast cocoa powder. It delivers deep, earthy cocoa intensity layered with subtle notes of orange zest, hazelnut and dried stone fruit — a rich, bittersweet experience that lingers long after the last sip.
It's the choice for cafés and venues wanting a more indulgent, distinctive chocolate across hot, iced and dessert-style beverages. Free from artificial colours, sweeteners and preservatives, it's also Gluten Free, Plant Based, Halal Certified and Kosher Certified — an excellent fit for inclusive menus.
Flavour Profile — Arkadia 40% Drinking Chocolate
Tasting notes: 🍫 Deep Cocoa · 🍊 Orange Zest · 🌰 Hazelnut · 🍑 Dried Stone Fruit
A bold, full-bodied chocolate with deep, earthy cocoa intensity from 100% Ivory Coast cocoa. Subtle orange zest, hazelnut and dried stone fruit notes lift the profile, while a balanced bitter-sweetness gives a rich, lingering finish — more characterful and distinctive than a standard sweet drinking chocolate.
| Cocoa Content | 40% — 100% Ivory Coast cocoa powder |
| Body | Bold, full-bodied |
| Character | Deep, earthy cocoa with balanced bitter-sweetness |
| Top Notes | Orange zest, hazelnut, dried stone fruit |
| Finish | Rich and lingering |
Why Cafés Choose Arkadia 40%
Made with 100% Ivory Coast cocoa powder for a deep, authentic chocolate flavour — not a watered-down, overly sweet powder.
Works across hot chocolate, mochas, iced chocolate and dessert-style drinks — one tub covers your whole chocolate offering.
Gluten Free, Plant Based, Halal and Kosher Certified, with no artificial colours, sweeteners or preservatives — suits a wide range of dietary needs.
At 40% cocoa, it lands between a sweet drinking chocolate and a dark, intense one — broadly appealing while still distinctive.
A simple 20g-per-serve ratio means 50 reliable, repeatable serves per 1kg — easy to portion and cost for a busy venue.
Available as a single 1kg bag or a 12 × 1kg box for high-volume cafés and venues that get through chocolate quickly.
How to Make Arkadia 40% Drinking Chocolate
| Powder | 20g per serve |
| Method | Add to cup, steam with milk |
| Milk | Steam to 60–65°C |
| Tip | Whisk/steam well to dissolve |
| Powder | 15–20g per serve |
| Add | One shot of espresso |
| Milk | Steamed, to taste |
| Tip | Stir espresso + powder first |
| Powder | 20g per serve |
| Method | Dissolve in a little hot water |
| Then | Add cold milk + ice |
| Tip | Top with whipped cream |
| Use | Dusting, sauces, desserts |
| Ratio | To taste per recipe |
| Note | Deep cocoa suits rich desserts |
Arkadia 40% Drinking Chocolate — Full Specifications
| Product Name | Arkadia 40% Cocoa Drinking Chocolate |
| Cocoa Content | 40% — 100% Ivory Coast cocoa powder |
| Sizes | 1kg bag · 12 × 1kg box |
| Serve Size | 20g per serve (50 serves per 1kg) |
| Tasting Notes | Deep cocoa, orange zest, hazelnut, dried stone fruit |
| Dietary | Gluten Free, Plant Based, Halal Certified, Kosher Certified |
| Free From | Artificial colours, sweeteners and preservatives |
| Ingredients | Sugar, cocoa powder (40%). May be present: milk, soy |
| Best For | Hot chocolate, mocha, iced chocolate, dessert drinks |
| Ideal For | Cafés, baristas, restaurants and venues |
Is Arkadia 40% Right for You?
- Run a café or venue and want a distinctive, premium drinking chocolate
- Want real cocoa depth, not an overly sweet powder
- Need to cater for gluten-free, plant-based, Halal or Kosher menus
- Serve hot, iced and dessert-style chocolate drinks
- Want consistent 20g serves and easy portioning
- Buy in bulk — the 12 × 1kg box suits high-volume venues
- Want a sweeter, milder, kid-friendly chocolate — a 33% cocoa blend is gentler
- Prefer a very dark, intense chocolate — look for a higher cocoa percentage
- Need a white or flavoured drinking chocolate instead
- Want the full range — see all powders & chocolate
Arkadia 40% Drinking Chocolate — Common Questions
What does Arkadia 40% drinking chocolate taste like?
It's a bold, full-bodied chocolate with deep, earthy cocoa intensity from 100% Ivory Coast cocoa, lifted by subtle orange zest, hazelnut and dried stone fruit notes. The balanced bitter-sweetness makes it richer and more distinctive than a standard sweet drinking chocolate.
How many serves does a 1kg bag make?
At the recommended 20g per serve, a 1kg bag makes around 50 serves. That makes it easy to portion and cost per cup for a busy café or venue.
Is it suitable for vegan, gluten-free, Halal or Kosher menus?
Yes. Arkadia 40% is Gluten Free, Plant Based, Halal Certified and Kosher Certified, with no artificial colours, sweeteners or preservatives. Note the ingredients list flags that milk and soy may be present, so it's best to check suitability for severe allergies.
How do I make a café hot chocolate with it?
Add 20g of powder to the cup, then steam with milk to around 60–65°C, whisking or steaming well to dissolve fully. For a mocha, stir the powder into a shot of espresso first, then add steamed milk. For iced chocolate, dissolve in a little hot water, then add cold milk and ice.
What sizes does it come in?
It's available as a single 1kg bag or a 12 × 1kg box for high-volume cafés and venues. The box is the cost-effective option if you get through chocolate quickly.
What's the difference between 40% and 33% cocoa?
The 40% cocoa blend is bolder and more intense, with deeper cocoa character and a more pronounced bitter-sweetness. A 33% cocoa blend is sweeter and milder — often preferred for kid-friendly or sweeter-toothed menus. Choose 40% if you want a premium, distinctive chocolate that stands out.
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