These dark chocolate pistoles are a high-quality couverture chocolate great in baking, cooking, and confectionary. The term “pistoles”, originally derived from the French word for the small coins they resembled, now refers to these small flat disks of chocolate. The flavorful extra semisweet disks are easy to work with, their small size makes measuring a breeze. They melt smoothly and evenly, and mix well with a variety of other flavors. Guittard chocolates are crafted with the professional chef in mind. Enjoy all the healthy benefits that a fine dark chocolate has to offer.
Since their start in 1868 in San Francisco, Guittard has grown to become one of the United States' premier chocolatiers. Guittard, a family company, has aspired to remain true to its origins; passing down recipes and techniques for five generations. Cacao is turned into chocolate using traditional European methods and vintage machinery.
At Guittard, they also strive to work directly with family farmers, sourcing sustainable and fair trade cacao beans from around the world. The best pods are grown in the shade and to protect from to much sunlight, and to encourage farmers to protect natural jungle spaces. During processing all Guittard cacao beans are dried in the sunlight to enhance the natural flavors.
As members of the Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade USA, The World Cocoa Foundation, and Funding Partners of ECHO; Guittard takes its commitment to sustainability and lasting long-term relationships very seriously.
All Guittard chocolate is Kosher, peanut-free, gluten-free, and free of additives and preservatives.
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