What is ruby chocolate?

Ruby Chocolate: A Naturally Pink Delight

Ruby chocolate is a type of chocolate introduced in 2017 by the Swiss-Belgian chocolate company Barry Callebaut. What sets it apart from dark, milk, and white chocolate is its distinctive pink color and naturally fruity, slightly sour flavor profile, achieved without adding any artificial colorings, flavorings, or fruit additives.

Key Characteristics

Natural Pink Color: This is derived from the ruby cocoa bean itself.
Fruity Flavor: Often described as a mix of berry and citrus notes.
Unique Processing: The specific process required to extract the ruby chocolate characteristics is a trade secret of Barry Callebaut.
No Added Color or Flavors: The pink hue and flavor come directly from the cocoa bean.

The Ruby Cocoa Bean

The ruby cocoa bean is not a distinct variety of cocoa bean; rather, it's a selection of beans from existing varieties that possess the specific precursors needed to produce the color and flavor during processing. These precursors are more prevalent in beans from certain regions.

Usage

Ruby chocolate can be used in the same applications as other types of chocolate, including: