Van Houten Temptation Vending Hot Chocolate (21% Cocoa) - 1kg

Van Houten Temptation Vending Hot Chocolate is a 1kg drinking chocolate powder made with 21% fat-reduced cocoa powder. Created for vending, instant drinks and tabletop coffee machines, it produces a creamy drink with a smooth texture and pronounced cocoa character. It can also be prepared manually using hot water or milk.

📦 Key product details

• 1kg bag of Van Houten Temptation hot chocolate powder
• Contains 21% fat-reduced cocoa powder
• Rich cocoa notes with a creamy, velvety texture
• Designed for vending machines, instant drinks machines and tabletop coffee machines
• Can be prepared manually with hot water or milk
• Made by Barry Callebaut
• Van Houten quality since 1828
• Suitable for vegetarians

🏢 Suitable business settings

This vending hot chocolate is suited to workplaces, cafés, catering operations and hospitality settings using compatible vending, instant drinks or tabletop coffee equipment. The 1kg format is also suitable for manual drink preparation where hot milk is available.

💡 Why businesses choose this product

Van Houten Temptation combines cocoa flavour with a smooth, milky drink texture for a consistent hot chocolate option. It is formulated for use in vending and tabletop machines while retaining the flexibility to be stirred into hot milk for manually served drinks.

☕ Preparation instructions

For manual preparation or hot tabletop machines: Use 20-24g cocoa powder, steam 150ml fresh milk, pour in a cup and serve. For vending and instant drinks machines, fill the hot chocolate canister as per your machine's instructions. Recommended dosage: 150ml (19g-22g), 180ml (22g-25g), 200ml (24g-27g). Can also be stirred into hot milk for manual preparation.

🍫 Sensory profile

Cocoa: ●●●
Sweet: ●●●
Milky Flavour: ●○○

Ingredients

Sugar, Skimmed MILK Powder, Fat-Reduced Cocoa Powder (21%), Anti-Caking Agent (E341), Salt, Thickener (E466), Flavouring.

Allergen information

Contains: Milk (Skimmed Milk Powder).
Allergens are shown in bold.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, reseal the bag and use within the recommended timeframe to maintain optimal quality and taste.

Dietary suitability

Vegetarian. Not suitable for vegans.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is Van Houten Temptation hot chocolate?
Van Houten Temptation is a drinking chocolate powder containing 21% fat-reduced cocoa powder. It has creamy texture, cocoa notes and is intended for hot chocolate drinks throughout the day.

Can Van Houten Temptation be used in vending machines?
Yes. It is suitable for vending machines, instant drinks machines and tabletop coffee machines. It may also be prepared manually with hot water or milk.

How should this hot chocolate be prepared manually?
For manual preparation or hot tabletop machines: Use 20-24g cocoa powder, steam 150ml fresh milk, pour in a cup and serve. It can also be stirred into hot milk.

Is Van Houten Temptation available in bulk?
It is supplied as a single 1kg bag or as a case containing 10 x 1kg bags.

Is Van Houten Temptation suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
It is suitable for vegetarians. It contains skimmed milk powder, so it is not suitable for vegans or those with dairy allergies.

Where can I buy Van Houten Temptation hot chocolate in the UK?
Business Beverages supplies Van Houten Temptation hot chocolate in single 1kg bags and cases of 10 x 1kg bags.