L’École Valrhona is celebrating the magic of Christmas and the 40th anniversary of Guanaja 70% with an exceptional signature yule log

For the festive season, L'École Valrhona is unveiling an exclusive Yule log. It will take you on a sensory journey whose every flavor awakens childhood memories. This original creation by chefs Baptiste Sirand and Yohan Dutron combines the freshness of citrus fruits, the warmth of spices and the power of Guanaja 70% dark chocolate. A harmony of indulgent textures plays in honor of the anniversary of one of Valrhona's most iconic chocolates. Conceived as an experience in itself, this yule log introduces you to a lively, emotional tune of flavors, in which each bite reveals a different facet of Valrhona’s world.

Guanaja 70% : an iconic chocolate in the spotlight

As the 40th anniversary of Guanaja 70% approaches (in 2026), L'École Valrhona is celebrating this exceptional chocolate with a signature yule log made up of seven tubes, in a nod to the unique blend of cocoa origins for which Guanajahas been famous since 1986.

This strong, evocative design symbolizes the art of composing and balancing complementary aromatic profiles - a signature Valrhona art.
The first of its kind when it was launched, this intense, perfectly balanced chocolate has since come to embody the exacting tastes and blending expertise of Valrhona. Its aromatic richness, shaped by a subtle balance between bitterness and cocoa notes, makes it an essential for pastry chefs the world over.

With this creation, L’École Valrhona pays a vibrant tribute to the audacity, teaching and excellence that characterize our company.

An original design, a symbol of creativity and sharing

Composed of several individual cylinders, this yule log evokes both modernity and elegance with its refined design, while celebrating the festive spirit of Christmas.

Each cylinder is almost a miniature yule log in itself and offers a singular tasting experience. It reimagines how we share desserts and brings out the very best in the alliance of textures and flavors.

Each element has been designed to offer the right balance of intensity, sweetness, freshness and crunchiness.

Conceived as both a festive and technical feat, it embodies the pastry-making mastery of L’École Valrhona and its ability to tell a story through a unique piece.

An enchanting palette of sunny flavors

The yule log has a rich, well-balanced aromatic composition:

Each texture and ingredient has been carefully selected to create a harmonious whole. It strikes the perfect balance, in line with Valrhona's own blending philosophy in which flavors play off one another with a sense of finesse.

• Calamansi orange confit: A tangy, vibrant heart blends orange with calamansi, a small Asian citrus fruit, for an explosion of fresh flavor.
• Calamansi caramel : This melt-in-your-mouth, slightly tangy caramel combines the sweetness of sugar with the zing of calamansi.
• Intense Guanaja crémeux : This silky texture has a comforting, enveloping chocolatey depth.
• Intense Opalys & cinnamon whipped ganache: Creamy and delicately spiced, this ganache adds a touch of warm sweetness.
• Moist Guanaja chocolate sponge : This tender, chocolatey base is the embodiment of indulgence.
• Speculoos & cinnamon crispy shortcrust pastry: This crunchy, spicy base plays tribute to sweet childhood flavors and the festive season.

This pastry creation combines tradition with innovation

The yule log offers an unforgettable moment of conviviality and indulgence. It is more than a dessert: It is an experience to share with others and a moment in time filled with generosity, technical skill and emotion.

True to Valrhona's DNA, it embodies the art of precise, well-constructed signature pastry-making, in which the art of blending is the beating heart of creativity.