{"id":6621,"date":"2023-07-27T11:00:33","date_gmt":"2023-07-27T11:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/?p=6621"},"modified":"2023-09-19T12:34:36","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T12:34:36","slug":"white-chocolate-discovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/article\/decouverte-du-chocolat-blanc\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover White Chocolate: History, Production and Tasty Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"relative bg-background overflow-hidden\">\n    <div class=\"hidden sm:block sm:absolute sm:inset-y-0 sm:h-full sm:w-full\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n        <div class=\"relative h-full max-w-7xl mx-auto\">\n            <svg class=\"absolute right-full transform translate-y-1\/4 translate-x-1\/4 lg:translate-x-1\/2\" width=\"404\"\n                 height=\"784\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 404 784\">\n                <defs>\n                    <pattern id=\"f210dbf6-a58d-4871-961e-36d5016a0f49\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"\n                             patternunits=\"userSpaceOnUse\">\n                        <rect x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"4\" height=\"4\" class=\"text-gray-200\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/>\n                    <\/pattern>\n                <\/defs>\n                <rect width=\"404\" height=\"784\" fill=\"url(#f210dbf6-a58d-4871-961e-36d5016a0f49)\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n            <svg\n                class=\"absolute left-full transform -translate-y-3\/4 -translate-x-1\/4 md:-translate-y-1\/2 lg:-translate-x-1\/2\"\n                width=\"404\" height=\"784\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 404 784\">\n                <defs>\n                    <pattern id=\"5d0dd344-b041-4d26-bec4-8d33ea57ec9b\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"\n                             patternunits=\"userSpaceOnUse\">\n                        <rect x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"4\" height=\"4\" class=\"text-gray-200\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/>\n                    <\/pattern>\n                <\/defs>\n                <rect width=\"404\" height=\"784\" fill=\"url(#5d0dd344-b041-4d26-bec4-8d33ea57ec9b)\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"relative pt-6 pb-16 sm:pb-24\">\n\n        <main class=\"mt-16 mx-auto max-w-7xl px-4 sm:mt-24\">\n            <div class=\"text-center\">\n                                                            <h1 class=\"text-4xl tracking-tight font-extrabold text-primary sm:text-5xl md:text-6xl\">\n                            <span class=\"block xl:inline\">Discover the<\/span>\n                            <span class=\"block text-secondary xl:inline\">white chocolate<\/span>\n                        <\/h1>\n                                                    <p class=\"mt-3 max-w-md mx-auto text-base text-gray-500 sm:text-lg md:mt-5 md:text-xl md:max-w-3xl\">\n                    White chocolate is a product derived from cocoa, but unlike its dark or milk counterpart, it does not contain cocoa paste. It is made from cocoa butter, sugar and milk, which gives it its characteristic color and smooth, creamy taste.\n                <\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"mt-5 max-w-md mx-auto sm:flex sm:justify-center md:mt-8\">\n                                                                                    <div class=\"rounded-md shadow\">\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/sweets-chocolate-candies\/\"\n                                       class=\"button medium secondary\">\n                                        See our chocolates \n                                    <\/a>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                <div class=\"mt-3 rounded-md shadow sm:mt-0 sm:ml-3\">\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/tablets\/chocolate-bars\/grand-blanc-kayambe-ivoire-36\/\"\n                                       class=\"button medium primary\">\n                                        See our Grand Blanc tablet\n                                    <\/a>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/main>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium sr-only\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/white-chocolate-300x207.jpg\" alt=\"white chocolate\" class=\"wp-image-6646\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group prose is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Contents :<\/h2><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#origine-et-histoire-du-chocolat-blanc\">Origin and history of white chocolate<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#quest-ce-que-le-chocolat-blanc\">What is white chocolate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#histoire-et-evolution-du-chocolat-blanc\">History and evolution of white chocolate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#processus-de-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc\">White chocolate manufacturing process<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#ingredients-necessaires-a-la-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc\">Ingredients needed to make white chocolate<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#etapes-de-la-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc\">Steps in making white chocolate<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#differences-entre-le-chocolat-blanc-et-les-autres-types-de-chocolat\">Differences between white chocolate and other types of chocolate<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#ingredients-necessaires-a-la-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc-1\">Ingredients needed to make white chocolate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#recettes-savoureuses-a-base-de-chocolat-blanc\">Tasty white chocolate recipes<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#recette-de-mousse-au-chocolat-blanc\">White chocolate mousse recipe<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#recette-de-cookies-au-chocolat-blanc\">White chocolate cookies recipe<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"origine-et-histoire-du-chocolat-blanc\">Origin and history of white chocolate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite its name, white chocolate is not technically 'chocolate' in the traditional sense, as it contains no cocoa solids. However, as it is made from cocoa butter, a product derived from cocoa beans, it is generally classified and sold as a variant of chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quest-ce-que-le-chocolat-blanc\">What is white chocolate?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>White chocolate is a confection made from cocoa butter, sugar and milk. Its creamy texture and sweet, vanilla flavor distinguish it from other types of chocolate. Although it contains no cocoa solids, its sweet, rich taste is much appreciated by sweet tooths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The quality of white chocolate depends mainly on the type of cocoa butter used. The best white chocolates are made with pure cocoa butter, while cheaper versions may use other vegetable fats in addition to or instead of cocoa butter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"histoire-et-evolution-du-chocolat-blanc\">History and evolution of white chocolate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>White chocolate was first introduced to the market in the 1930s by the Swiss company Nestl\u00e9. It was created to make use of surplus cocoa butter. Since then, its popularity has grown and it is now appreciated the world over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"processus-de-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc\">White chocolate manufacturing process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White chocolate is a sweet delicacy that has gained in popularity over the years. Unlike its counterparts, milk and dark chocolate, it contains no solid cocoa. Its unique taste is due to the combination of cocoa butter, milk powder and sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The manufacture of white chocolate is a delicate process, requiring careful attention at every stage. It's a multi-stage process that involves blending, refining, conching and tempering before a bar of white chocolate is obtained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients-necessaires-a-la-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc\">Ingredients needed to make white chocolate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The basis of white chocolate is cocoa butter. This is the fat extracted from cocoa beans during the chocolate-making process. In addition to cocoa butter, white chocolate contains sugar, powdered milk or cream to give it its smooth, creamy taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, flavourings such as vanilla are often added to enhance taste. Some manufacturers may also add emulsifiers to improve texture and stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"etapes-de-la-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc\">Steps in making white chocolate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to mix the ingredients in precise proportions. Once the mixture is homogeneous, it passes through a series of grinders to refine the particles. Next, the mixture is heated and stirred in a machine called a conche for several hours to develop the flavors and eliminate any remaining acidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"differences-entre-le-chocolat-blanc-et-les-autres-types-de-chocolat\">Differences between white chocolate and other types of chocolate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While dark chocolate is rich in solid cocoa, white chocolate contains only cocoa butter. This difference gives white chocolate its light color and distinctive flavor. What's more, unlike dark and milk chocolate, white chocolate contains no antioxidants from the cocoa beans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n    \n\n<section class=\"bg-background\">\n    <div class=\"py-16 lg:max-w-7xl lg:mx-auto lg:px-8\">\n        <div class=\"flex items-center justify-between px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-0\">\n                            <h2 class=\"text-primary\">Best sellers :<\/h2>\n            \n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/categorie-produit\/tablettes\/\"\n                   class=\"hidden md:block btn secondary medium\">\n                    See tablets\n                <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"relative mt-8\">\n            <div class=\"relative w-full overflow-x-auto\">\n                <ul role=\"list\"\n                    class=\"inline-flex mx-4 space-x-8 sm:mx-6 lg:mx-0 lg:space-x-0 lg:grid lg:grid-cols-4 lg:gap-x-8\">\n                                                                                                                                                                        \n                                <li class=\"inline-flex flex-col w-64 text-left lg:w-auto\">\n                                    <div class=\"relative group\">\n                                        <div\n                                            class=\"w-full overflow-hidden transition duration-200 ease-in bg-gray-200 rounded-md shadow-lg aspect-w-1 aspect-h-1 group-hover:shadow-none\">\n                                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Coffret-decouverte-ok-Tiny-VF-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x300 size-300x300\" alt=\"\" title=\"\">\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"mt-6\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"mt-1 text-sm font-semibold text-primary\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/product\/confiseries-bonbons-chocolat\/coffret-decouverte\/\">\n                                                    <span class=\"absolute inset-0\"><\/span>\n                                                    Discovery set\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/h3>\n                                            <p class=\"mt-1 text-primary\">\n                                                <span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>29,90&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">\u20ac<\/span><\/bdi><\/span>\n                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/li>\n                                                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font-semibold text-primary\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/product\/confiseries-bonbons-chocolat\/assortiment-de-chocolats\/\">\n                                                    <span class=\"absolute inset-0\"><\/span>\n                                                    Assorted Chocolates\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/h3>\n                                            <p class=\"mt-1 text-primary\">\n                                                <span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><bdi>4,50&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span> <span aria-hidden=\"true\">&ndash;<\/span> <span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><bdi>49,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><span class=\"screen-reader-text\" data-no-translation=\"\" data-trp-gettext=\"\">Price range: 4,50&nbsp;&euro; through 49,00&nbsp;&euro;<\/span>\n                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/li>\n                                                                                                                                                                                \n                                <li class=\"inline-flex flex-col w-64 text-left lg:w-auto\">\n                                    <div class=\"relative group\">\n                                        <div\n                                            class=\"w-full overflow-hidden transition duration-200 ease-in bg-gray-200 rounded-md shadow-lg aspect-w-1 aspect-h-1 group-hover:shadow-none\">\n                                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Choupachok-ok-Tiny-VF-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x300 size-300x300\" alt=\"\" title=\"\">\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"mt-6\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"mt-1 text-sm font-semibold text-primary\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/product\/confiseries-bonbons-chocolat\/specialite-la-choupachok\/\">\n                                                    <span class=\"absolute inset-0\"><\/span>\n                                                    Speciality La ChoupaChok\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/h3>\n                                            <p class=\"mt-1 text-primary\">\n                                                <span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>3,70&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">\u20ac<\/span><\/bdi><\/span>\n                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/li>\n                                                                                                                                                                                \n                                <li class=\"inline-flex flex-col w-64 text-left lg:w-auto\">\n                                    <div class=\"relative group\">\n                                        <div\n                                            class=\"w-full overflow-hidden transition duration-200 ease-in bg-gray-200 rounded-md shadow-lg aspect-w-1 aspect-h-1 group-hover:shadow-none\">\n                                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Pate-a-tartiner-42-ok-Tiny-VF-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x300 size-300x300\" alt=\"\" title=\"\">\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"mt-6\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"mt-1 text-sm font-semibold text-primary\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/product\/confiseries-bonbons-chocolat\/pate-a-tartiner-aux-noisettes-42\/\">\n                                                    <span class=\"absolute inset-0\"><\/span>\n                                                    Hazelnut spread 42%\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/h3>\n                                            <p class=\"mt-1 text-primary\">\n                                                <span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>9,90&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">\u20ac<\/span><\/bdi><\/span>\n                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/li>\n                                                                        \n                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"px-4 mt-12 text-center md:hidden\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/categorie-produit\/tablettes\/\" class=\"btn secondary medium\"> See tablets<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n    <div class=\"contentSection contentSection--twoColsContent\">\n    <div class=\"contentSection__container\">\n        <div class=\"contentSection__heading\">\n            <h2>\n                <span>Type of chocolate<\/span>\n                <span>\n                    Eco-responsible white chocolate production\n                <\/span>\n            <\/h2>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"contentSection__wrapper\">\n            <div class=\"contentSection__grid\">\n                                    <div class=\"contentSection__content\">\n                        <p>Sustainability is an essential pillar of the modern chocolate industry. An eco-responsible approach means using<strong> sustainable ingredients<\/strong> and minimize<strong> environmental impact<\/strong> throughout the production process. For example, choosing cocoa butter from sustainable plantations can help protect <strong>tropical forests<\/strong> and support <strong>farming communities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"contentSection__content\">\n                        <p>What's more, the use of recyclable packaging can considerably reduce <strong>plastic waste<\/strong>. Finally, the energy used in the manufacturing process can also be offset by the use of renewable energies.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group prose is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Tablette-grand-blanc_compressed.jpg\" alt=\"White chocolate\" class=\"wp-image-3388\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients-necessaires-a-la-fabrication-du-chocolat-blanc-1\">Ingredients needed to make white chocolate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The basis of white chocolate is cocoa butter. This is the fat extracted from cocoa beans during the chocolate-making process. In addition to cocoa butter, white chocolate contains sugar, powdered milk or cream to give it its smooth, creamy taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recettes-savoureuses-a-base-de-chocolat-blanc\">Tasty white chocolate recipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White chocolate is an ingredient that is often the subject of debate among chocolate lovers. Some love its sweet, creamy taste, while others find it too sweet or sickening. Whatever the case, white chocolate can be used in many different ways to create delicious and original desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recette-de-mousse-au-chocolat-blanc\">White chocolate mousse recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make a creamy white chocolate mousse, you'll need 200g white chocolate, 4 eggs and a pinch of salt. Start by melting the chocolate in a bain-marie. Meanwhile, separate the egg whites from the yolks. Gently fold the yolks into the melted chocolate. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff. Gently fold into the chocolate mixture. Divide the mousse between ramekins and leave to set in the fridge for at least 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This light, airy mousse is sure to please white chocolate lovers. It can be served as is or with a few red berries for a touch of acidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recette-de-cookies-au-chocolat-blanc\">White chocolate cookies recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To prepare <strong>gourmet white chocolate cookies<\/strong> : <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong> You will need<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> 100g soft butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 75g sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 1 egg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 225g flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 1\/2 teaspoon baking powder <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 150g white chocolate, cut into chips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"etapes\"><strong>Steps : <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> Start by beating the butter and sugar until creamy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Add the egg, then the flour and baking powder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Finally, fold in the white chocolate chips. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shape the dough into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Bake at 180\u00b0C for 10 to 12 minutes. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let the cookies cool before eating.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"py-16 bg-background overflow-hidden\">\n    <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 space-y-8 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\n        <div class=\"text-base max-w-prose mx-auto lg:max-w-none\">\n            <span class=\"text-base text-secondary font-semibold tracking-wide uppercase\">Conclusion<\/span>\n            <h2 class=\"mt-2\">The importance of choosing quality white chocolate<\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"relative z-10 text-base max-w-prose mx-auto lg:max-w-5xl lg:mx-0 lg:pr-72\">\n            <p class=\"\">White chocolate is often misunderstood in the world of chocolate. While some criticize it for its lack of cocoa, others cherish it for its sweetness and versatility. Yet all agree that it's crucial to choose a quality white chocolate to take full advantage of its subtleties.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"lg:grid lg:grid-cols-2 lg:gap-8 lg:items-start\">\n            <div class=\"relative z-10\">\n                <div class=\"prose prose-secondary text-dark mx-auto lg:max-w-none\">\n                    <p>Unfortunately, not all white chocolate is created equal. Some are made with cheap substitutes for cocoa butter, such as hydrogenated vegetable oil, which compromise not only the taste, but also the texture of the chocolate. These inferior versions tend to leave a greasy film on the palate, while true white chocolate melts gently to reveal its aromatic complexity. To be sure you're choosing the right white chocolate, check the label: cocoa butter should be the main ingredient.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mt-10 flex text-base max-w-prose mx-auto lg:max-w-none\">\n\n                                                                                                        <div class=\"rounded-md shadow\">\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/en\/tablets\/chocolate-bars\/grand-blanc-kayambe-ivoire-36\/\"\n                                       class=\"w-full flex items-center justify-center px-5 py-3 border border-transparent text-base font-medium rounded-md text-white bg-secondary hover:bg-secondary\">\n                                        See our Grand Blanc tablet\n                                    <\/a>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mt-12 relative text-base max-w-prose mx-auto lg:mt-0 lg:max-w-none\">\n                <svg\n                    class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 -mt-20 -mr-20 lg:top-auto lg:right-auto lg:bottom-1\/2 lg:left-1\/2 lg:mt-0 lg:mr-0 xl:top-0 xl:right-0 xl:-mt-20 xl:-mr-20\"\n                    width=\"404\" height=\"384\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 404 384\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <defs>\n                        <pattern id=\"bedc54bc-7371-44a2-a2bc-dc68d819ae60\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"\n                                 patternunits=\"userSpaceOnUse\">\n                            <rect x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"4\" height=\"4\" class=\"text-gray-200\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/>\n                        <\/pattern>\n                    <\/defs>\n                    <rect width=\"404\" height=\"384\" fill=\"url(#bedc54bc-7371-44a2-a2bc-dc68d819ae60)\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n\n\n                <blockquote class=\"relative bg-white rounded-lg shadow-lg\">\n                    <div class=\"rounded-t-lg px-6 py-8 sm:px-10 sm:pt-10 sm:pb-8\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/logo.png\" alt=\"logo-basile-et-tea\" class=\"!h-8\" title=\"\">\n\n                        <div class=\"relative text-lg text-gray-700 font-medium mt-8\">\n                            <svg\n                                class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 transform -translate-x-3 -translate-y-2 h-8 w-8 text-gray-200\"\n                                fill=\"currentColor\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                                <path\n                                    d=\"M9.352 4C4.456 7.456 1 13.12 1 19.36c0 5.088 3.072 8.064 6.624 8.064 3.36 0 5.856-2.688 5.856-5.856 0-3.168-2.208-5.472-5.088-5.472-.576 0-1.344.096-1.536.192.48-3.264 3.552-7.104 6.624-9.024L9.352 4zm16.512 0c-4.8 3.456-8.256 9.12-8.256 15.36 0 5.088 3.072 8.064 6.624 8.064 3.264 0 5.856-2.688 5.856-5.856 0-3.168-2.304-5.472-5.184-5.472-.576 0-1.248.096-1.44.192.48-3.264 3.456-7.104 6.528-9.024L25.864 4z\"\/>\n                            <\/svg>\n                            <p class=\"relative\">Real white chocolate melts gently to reveal its aromatic complexity<\/p>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <cite\n                        class=\"relative flex items-center sm:items-start bg-secondary rounded-b-lg not-italic py-5 px-6 sm:py-5 sm:pl-12 sm:pr-10 sm:mt-10\">\n                        <span\n                            class=\"relative rounded-full border-2 border-white sm:absolute sm:top-0 sm:transform sm:-translate-y-1\/2\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"!w-12 !h-12 sm:!w-20 sm:!h-20 rounded-full bg-secondary\" src=\"https:\/\/basile-tea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/TeaBasile.Chocolatiers-v2-e1670835880191.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolatier Basile &amp; 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