{"product_id":"icam-professional-cocoa-22-24-dark","title":"ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark","description":"\n\u003csection class=\"bb-product-detail\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__eyebrow\"\u003e\n    Barrels \u0026amp; Beyond PH · Professional Chocolate \u0026amp; Pastry Ingredients\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch1 class=\"bb-product-detail__title\"\u003e\n    ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark\n  \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"bb-product-detail__subtitle\"\u003e\n    Elevate your chocolate, pastry and gelato creations with ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark. This premium Italian cocoa powder is heavily alkalised to achieve a distinctive, very dark reddish-brown colour and an intense, pure cocoa flavour. With 22–24% cocoa butter and a pH of approximately 8.0, it delivers remarkable depth, richness and colour across a wide variety of professional applications, from indulgent hot chocolate and velvety truffles to elegant pastries, creams, glazes and artisanal gelato.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__meta\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICAM Professional\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICAM S.p.A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Product Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cocoa 22\/24 Dark\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cacao Scuro 22\/24\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alkalised Cocoa Powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocoa Butter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–24%\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Dark Reddish-Brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1kg \u0026amp; 5kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGluten-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kosher\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Official Description\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark is a high-quality Italian cocoa powder developed for professional chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers and gelato makers.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Characterised by intensive alkalisation, this cocoa powder achieves a pH of approximately 8.0 and a distinctive, exceptionally dark reddish-brown colour.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        With a cocoa butter content of 22–24%, it offers the richness of a higher-fat cocoa powder while delivering an intense, pure cocoa flavour.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Its pronounced chocolate character makes it particularly effective in recipes where a rich cocoa taste and striking dark colour are essential to the finished creation.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Perfectly suited to a wide range of professional applications, Cocoa 22\/24 Dark can be used in hot chocolate, spreadable creams, chocolate truffles, pastry bases, biscuits, glazes, mousses, gelato and sorbets.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Its formulation contains no added vanilla, allowing pastry chefs and gelato makers to control the balance of flavours within their recipes while maintaining the pure character of cocoa.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Produced in Italy by ICAM S.p.A., this versatile cocoa powder combines the manufacturer's technical expertise with the quality, flavour and performance expected in professional chocolate and pastry preparation.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Official Product Highlights\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Italian Cocoa Powder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed for demanding applications in chocolaterie, pastry and gelato production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22–24% Cocoa Butter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A higher-fat cocoa powder delivering rich cocoa character and depth of flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavily Alkalised:\u003c\/strong\u003e Processed to a pH of approximately 8.0 for a distinctive cocoa profile and dark colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally Dark Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very dark reddish-brown cocoa powder for visually striking chocolate creations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntense Pure Cocoa Flavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pronounced cocoa taste suitable for recipes requiring strong chocolate character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Added Vanilla:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows flexibility when balancing flavour profiles in pastry, gelato and frozen desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for hot chocolate, truffles, creams, glazes, cakes, biscuits, mousses, gelato and sorbets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGluten-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identified by the manufacturer as gluten-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKosher-Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed under the manufacturer's Kosher-certified product range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Italy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured by ICAM S.p.A., a historic Italian chocolate producer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      The Character of Dark Alkalised Cocoa\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Alkalised cocoa powder undergoes a controlled treatment that adjusts its natural acidity and influences its colour and flavour.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark is heavily alkalised to approximately pH 8.0, producing an exceptionally dark reddish-brown appearance.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        This distinctive colour makes it an excellent choice for dark chocolate desserts, richly coloured pastry bases and elegant cocoa decorations.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The powder's 22–24% cocoa butter content distinguishes it from lower-fat cocoa powders, offering a rich cocoa composition suited to professional culinary applications.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Its intensely cocoa-forward character makes it especially suitable for recipes in which chocolate is intended to be the dominant flavour.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The absence of added vanilla also allows chefs to introduce their own aromatic ingredients without competing with a pre-existing vanilla flavour.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Together, these characteristics make Cocoa 22\/24 Dark a versatile ingredient for developing desserts with a distinctive colour, intense chocolate character and carefully balanced flavour.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Taste, Aroma \u0026amp; Appearance\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very dark reddish-brown cocoa powder with a rich, deeply coloured appearance.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pronounced pure cocoa character.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense cocoa flavour, ideal for preparations requiring a strong chocolate presence.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine cocoa powder suitable for incorporation into pastry, confectionery and frozen-dessert preparations.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eOverall Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deeply coloured, intensely flavoured and highly versatile, designed to provide pronounced cocoa character across professional culinary applications.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Official Product Composition\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavily alkalised cocoa powder.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eCocoa Butter Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–24%.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eAlkalisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH approximately 8.0.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eVanilla:\u003c\/strong\u003e No added vanilla.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eGluten-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kosher.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Official Professional Applications\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3\u003eChocolaterie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark is ideal for creating classic hot chocolate, spreadable chocolate creams and fine chocolate truffles.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Its intense pure cocoa flavour adds depth to chocolate-based preparations, while its exceptionally dark colour creates an attractive visual contrast in finished confectionery.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3\u003ePastry \u0026amp; Baking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        This cocoa powder is particularly suitable for adding cocoa flavour to pastry bases, glazes, biscuits and creams.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Its deep reddish-brown colour makes it an excellent choice for chocolate sponge cakes, biscuit bases and other cocoa-rich pastry preparations.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        It can also be incorporated into creams and mousses, bringing pronounced chocolate flavour and richness to layered desserts.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3\u003eGelato \u0026amp; Frozen Desserts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark is suitable for preparing chocolate gelato, sorbets and other frozen desserts.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Because the formulation contains no added vanilla, gelato makers can adjust accompanying ingredients and flavourings according to their recipes while keeping the cocoa flavour at the forefront.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Its strong cocoa character and dark colour help create frozen desserts with a distinctive chocolate identity.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Barrels \u0026amp; Beyond PH Culinary Applications\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        ICAM Professional Cocoa 22\/24 Dark is a versatile ingredient for chefs, bakers, chocolatiers and home baking enthusiasts who appreciate a rich, intensely flavoured cocoa powder.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Hot Chocolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create richly flavoured hot chocolate using milk, cocoa powder and the sweetening ingredients specified in your preferred recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Truffles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use to coat fine chocolate truffles for an elegant dark cocoa finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Cakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporate into cocoa-rich sponge cakes, chocolate layer cakes and moist chocolate desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePastry Creams:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add depth of cocoa flavour to chocolate pastry cream, fillings and mousses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Glazes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create rich, dark cocoa glazes for cakes and plated desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Gelato:\u003c\/strong\u003e Develop chocolate gelato with a pronounced cocoa flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Sorbet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use in dairy-free chocolate sorbet recipes where cocoa intensity is the main attraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiscuits \u0026amp; Cookies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring deep chocolate colour and flavour to cookies, sable biscuits and pastry bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiramisu \u0026amp; Desserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dust over tiramisu and other finished desserts for a distinctive dark cocoa presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Spreads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporate into carefully balanced chocolate and nut-based spreadable creams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        For the best results, follow a recipe appropriate to alkalised cocoa powder and adjust the amount used according to the desired chocolate intensity and finished texture.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Storage \u0026amp; Handling Recommendations\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Store in a cool, dry environment away from moisture, direct sunlight, excessive heat and strong odours.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Keep the package securely sealed after opening to minimise exposure to humidity and preserve the cocoa powder's flavour and aroma.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Use clean, dry utensils when measuring the powder and avoid exposing it to steam or condensation.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        For professional kitchens and production facilities, maintain suitable dry-storage conditions and follow the storage instructions printed on the supplied packaging.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bb-product-detail__section-title\"\u003e\n      Technical Information\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICAM Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICAM S.p.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cocoa 22\/24 Dark\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cacao Scuro 22\/24\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cocoa Powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavily Alkalised\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCocoa Butter Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–24%\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Dark Reddish-Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense Pure Cocoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVanilla:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Added Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n        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