White Chocolate (VSO) 3% (6-19-22) – Because this one was the LAST of the NEW VSO flavors for me, I was not exactly RUSHING to get it done, as this last batch of newer flavors were REALLY good, and many squarely unique to VSO. While admittedly never being a huge White Choco fan, it might just make me the one TO review one. White Chocolate has a pretty interesting past, and very often is the same as our beloved Chocolates without the Cocoa Nibs. Wait a minute, NIBS ?? Yes, nibs. Lately there have been some MFG’s that have cut corners, and replaced the cocoa butter with oils, so beware, and check the label. With that out of the way, this one presented as a clean, almost rich, natural White Chocolate, through and through. Not only have I had some terrible chocolates, but I’ve had some not so great white chocolates as well, so clearly, it’s not easy getting it right. Shane seems to have done just that here however. It was actually surprisingly rich @ 3%, with a nice mouthfeel along for the ride. The one thing that was consistently great with this one was the cocoa butter, and I got it every time. About mid level sweet, and most importantly, it was convincing to it’s namesake. It had an almost little “twang” on the finish, and I’m convinced that it just made it all the more realistic. Smooth, creamy, and convincing were the three things that I kept going back to when taking my notes. What more could you ask for ?? Not much. Easily a 9.75/10.
Wow, I’m very glad I decided to pick up some of Shane’s new flavors over at VSOFlavors.com, because up until now, I had really only tried his fruit offerings, which were stellar. Clearly Shane’s expertise goes WELL beyond fruits, and that should be evident by the test results above. I was lucky enough that Shane actually threw in a few Betas into the box, and you got to read about them here, first. Hope you guys liked these reviews, and I know I’m going to be making space on my “Top Shelf” shelves for them.
Although VSO flavours are not available to me here in the U.K. I have still enjoyed reading your reviews on them and they sound great. Thank you @SessionDrummer.
We do ship to the UK. I know that shipping can be a little steep, but it is still technically available.
Thanks very much @Lucas_James_Holden, and it’s a shame Chefs stopped carrying them. Like @VSOflavors (Shane) stated, you can get them shipped. I always suggest loading up a cart first before taking the plunge. James, you should have seen my panic ordering a few of the SteamCrave 5 year anniversary Supremes, from the Netherlands.
I have the Butter steeping in a couple recipes right now, but the Maraschino is one that I’ve been wanting
Sorry I should have made myself more clear when I said that VSO flavours are not available in the U.K, what I really meant was not from a vendor in the U.K. I know you ship to the U.K. but when I went through the process of making an order I added the shipping costs AND worse still the customs charges I just couldn’t justify the costs. Sadly it was the customs charges that really killed it for me once everything else was factored in. I just live in hope that one day a company like NomNomz stocks your flavours.
Hehe, I knew what you meant.
I can imagine how you felt when you made that order from the Netherlands.
That is why I said “technically” and gave a big grin lol
Sounds like FA Waffle, vanilla might go nice with this one!
Just wanted to put this out there for all the Raw lovers as this is the first im seeing of it, its a pre-order:
The particular beans I want to use are very pricey. I wanted to make sure there was enough interest in it to make it a worthwhile venture. I want to make sure it is a go big or go home kind of endeavour. Thanks for sharing!
Love me some Vanillas. We make our own baking extracts with Tahitian grade B and Madagascar grade A beans combined in everclear and a 6 month steep.
Wait, What… Milk N Toony is not XTREME
Just confirmed, Milk and Toony Xtreme will be in the next release!
I’m finishing up the last few today. Just rewicked
that lemonade xtreme, & blue razz xtreme though!