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Cocoa Powder

June 22, 2017 by

Cocoa Powder

What Is Cocoa Powder?

Cocoa powder, which is obtained from the fermented, dried and roasted seeds of the cocoa tree (Theobroma cacao), is an important ingredient in many foods and drinks. During processing, the cocoa butter is extracted from the cocoa mass, leaving behind the cocoa solids, which are then ground into powder. Cocoa powder is available in a wide range of colors and flavor profiles and is used for baking, beverages and more. 

At Gillco, we offer a wide range of Gerkens® conventional and organic cocoa powders, manufactured by Cargill. These solutions are tailored to different application requirements.

Our Cocoa Powder Offerings

-Gerkens 10/12 Amber: Standard fat, natural; light brown with a rich, fruity flavor.
-Gerkens 10/12 Organic Natural: Natural, organic; subtle brownish-red, rich chocolate taste.
-Gerkens 10/12 Russet: Standard fat, lightly alkalized; medium reddish-brown with a full-bodied flavor.
-Gerkens 22/24 Aristocrat: High fat, lightly alkalized; medium brown, bold chocolate taste.
-Gerkens 10/12 Organic Alkalized: Organic, natural; light brown, rich and fruity profile.
-Gerkens 10/12 Russet Plus: Lightly alkalized; medium reddish-brown, full-bodied taste.
-Gerkens 10/12 Sienna: Moderately alkalized; deep reddish-brown, rich fudge flavor.
-Gerkens 10/12 Atobo: Alkalized; reddish-brown, pronounced, well-rounded taste.
-Gerkens 10/12 Garnet: Strongly alkalized; dark reddish-brown, intense flavor.
-Gerkens 22/24 Garnet: High fat, strongly alkalized; dark reddish-brown, intense taste.
-Gerkens 10/12 Midnight: Highly alkalized; midnight black, strong cocoa profile.

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Applications for Cocoa Powder

Cocoa powder has extensive applications across multiple food and beverage segments:

Confectionery

Gerkens high-fat cocoa powders, like the 22/24 Aristocrat, enhance premium chocolates, truffles, and confections with bold chocolate flavor and color.

Bakery

The Gerkens 10/12 Amber enriches cakes, cookies, and pastries with its rich, well-rounded flavor profile and light brown hue.

Beverages

From hot cocoa to chocolate-flavored drinks, Gerkens 10/12 Midnight offers deep color and intense cocoa flavor, creating memorable beverage experiences.

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Benefits of Cocoa Powder

Cocoa powder offers a multitude of benefits:

-Flavor & Color: From light brown to deep black, cocoa powder enriches recipes with its diverse range of flavors and colors, ideal for customization in various applications.

-Health Benefits: Rich in antioxidants, cocoa powder is known to support heart health, boost mood, and offer anti-inflammatory properties.

-Versatility: With conventional and organic options, cocoa powder can meet the needs of different label claims and consumer preferences.

Light Brown Cocoa

Gerkens 10/12 Amber: A standard fat, natural cocoa powder with a beautiful light brown color, featuring a rich and fruity, well-rounded flavor.

Gerkens 10/12 Organic Natural: A standard fat, natural organic cocoa powder with a subtle brownish-red hue and a rich chocolate taste.

Medium Reddish Brown Cocoa

Gerkens 10/12 Russet: Lightly alkalized, this standard fat cocoa powder offers a medium reddish-brown color and a full-bodied chocolate flavor.

Gerkens 22/24 Aristocrat: A high-fat, lightly alkalized cocoa powder with a medium brown color and a bold chocolate profile.

Gerkens 10/12 Organic Alkalized: This standard fat, natural cocoa powder is a beautiful light brown color, rich, fruity, and well-rounded in taste.

Reddish Brown to Dark Red Cocoa

Gerkens 10/12 Russet Plus: A lightly alkalized standard fat cocoa powder offering a medium reddish-brown shade and a full-bodied flavor.

Gerkens 10/12 Sienna: Moderately alkalized, this standard fat cocoa powder has a deep reddish-brown hue and a rich fudge-like taste.

Gerkens 10/12 Atobo: An alkalized standard fat cocoa powder with a reddish-brown color and pronounced, well-rounded chocolate flavor.

Dark Reddish Brown Cocoa

Gerkens 10/12 Garnet: A strongly alkalized, standard fat cocoa powder with a dark reddish-brown shade and an intense cocoa flavor.

Gerkens 22/24 Garnet: A high-fat version that is also strongly alkalized to achieve a dark reddish-brown tone and robust cocoa taste.

Gerkens 10/12 Organic Red: An alkalized, organic, standard fat cocoa powder featuring a dark red color and a smooth, full-bodied chocolate flavor.

Black Cocoa

Gerkens 10/12 Midnight: Highly alkalized to produce a midnight black color, this standard fat cocoa powder delivers a strong cocoa taste.

Partner With Gillco for Your Cocoa Powder Needs

Gillco is a premium supplier of conventional and organic Gerkens cocoa powder to ensure unsurpassed quality. 

Our extensive range and expertise will enable your team to create products that stand out. We support you with tailor-made ingredient solutions and first-class service to enhance your creations. 

Contact us today and discover the Gillco difference!

 

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