How to store chocolate?

1. Store in a cool and dark area!

Chocolate is sensitive to humidity, odours and, if in contact with air and light, oxidation. Chocolate should be protected against light and air and stored in a cool dry place, at a con-stant temperature between 15 and 18°C. Never freeze or keep chocolate below 15°C.

Under the above mentioned conditions, chocolate can be stored for :

Dark, semi-sweet chocolate more than 12 months
Milk or white chocolate 8 to 10 months

Note : Difference in temperature should not be more than 7°C when chocolate is taken out of storage. The quality of chocolate is adversely affected by sudden changes in temperature.

2. Be aware of odours.

Chocolate is very receptive to the absorption of unfamiliar odours. That is why chocolate must be stored in an area which does not smell musty or unusual. Good ventilation of the warehouse is indispensable. Chocolate should never be stored between or near strongly smelling products (e.g. cheese, fish, meat, lemons, etc.).