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Van Houten VH10 Vending Hot Chocolate is an instant chocolate drink powder containing 13% fat-reduced cocoa powder. Developed for vending, instant drinks and tabletop coffee machines, it produces a smooth-tasting hot chocolate with a soft, creamy foam. Available as an individual 1kg bag or a case of 10 x 1kg bags.
📦 Key product details
- Van Houten VH10 vending hot chocolate powder
- 13% fat-reduced cocoa powder
- Smooth flavour and soft, creamy foam
- Designed for vending machines, instant drinks machines and tabletop coffee machines
- Can also be prepared with hot water or hot milk
- Available in 1kg bags and 10 x 1kg cases
- Made by Barry Callebaut
- Suitable for vegetarians
🏢 Suitable business settings
VH10 is suited to workplaces, cafés, catering operations and hospitality venues using vending or tabletop hot drinks equipment. Its instant format also allows for manual preparation where hot water or hot milk is available.
💡 About Van Houten VH10
VH10 is the introductory product in the Van Houten range, offering a balanced chocolate profile with a smooth foaming texture. Van Houten has been associated with cocoa production since CJ Van Houten developed a cocoa manufacturing process in 1828.
☕ Preparation instructions
For vending and instant drinks machines, simply fill the hot chocolate canister as per your machine's instructions. For manual preparation, stir into hot water or hot milk. Recommended dosage: 150ml (19g-22g), 180ml (22g-25g), 200ml (24g-27g).
Sensory profile
Cocoa: ●●○
Sweet: ●○○
Milky Flavour: ●○○
Ingredients
Sugar, Whey Powder (MILK), Fat-Reduced Cocoa Powder (13%), Vegetable Fat (Coconut), Glucose Syrup, Anti-Caking Agent (E341, E551), Salt, Stabiliser (E452, E340), Milk Protein, Emulsifier (E481), Flavouring.
Allergen information
Contains: Milk (Whey Powder, Milk Protein).
Allergens are shown in bold.
Dietary suitability
Vegetarian. Not suitable for vegans.
Storage
Keep in a cool, dry place. After opening, reseal the bag and use within the recommended timeframe to help maintain quality and taste.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is Van Houten VH10 Vending Hot Chocolate?
Van Houten VH10 is an instant hot chocolate powder made with 13% fat-reduced cocoa powder. It is the entry-level product in the Van Houten range and delivers smooth flavour with soft, creamy foam.
Which drinks machines can use VH10?
VH10 is suitable for instant drinks machines, vending machines and tabletop coffee machines. It may also be prepared manually using hot water or hot milk.
Is Van Houten VH10 available in bulk?
Yes. Business Beverages offers VH10 as a single 1kg bag or as a case containing 10 x 1kg bags.
Is VH10 suitable for vegetarian diets?
Van Houten VH10 is suitable for vegetarians. It contains milk in the form of whey powder and milk protein, so it is not suitable for vegans or people with dairy allergies.
Where should I start with the Van Houten range?
VH10 is the starting point in the Van Houten range, with 13% cocoa and a smooth chocolate flavour complemented by creamy foam.
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