Seven-Eleven Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Tomohiro Akutsu) will launch two new ice cream products supervised by Kamakura-based chocolate brand CHOCOLATE BANK at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide starting February 3rd (Tuesday) in limited quantities.
The CHOCOLATE BANK Waffle Cone White Chocolat & Cacao Fruit features the increasingly popular "cacao fruit," offering a unique combination of white chocolate ice cream and cacao fruit ice cream. The CHOCOLATE BANK Parfait Ice Chocolat & Ripe Banana elevates the classic chocolate and banana pairing with carefully selected ingredients, creating an indulgent treat.
Seven-Eleven brings the authentic taste of a chocolate brand and the new appeal of cacao to a convenient location near you.
CHOCOLATE BANK Supervised Rich Chocolate Ice Cream Debuts
Kamakura-based CHOCOLATE BANK is a brand that focuses on cacao freshness and explores new ways to enjoy chocolate. These new CHOCOLATE BANK-supervised ice creams are now available exclusively at Seven-Eleven. The lineup includes two varieties: a refreshing waffle cone using the rare ingredient "cacao fruit" that surrounds cacao beans, and a parfait ice cream that perfects the classic chocolate and banana combination. Chocolate lovers can discover the deliciousness of cacao that only CHOCOLATE BANK can express.
New Sensation Waffle Cone Using Trendy "Cacao Fruit"
The CHOCOLATE BANK Waffle Cone White Chocolat & Cacao Fruit features premium white chocolate ice cream made with CHOCOLATE BANK's cacao butter, refreshing cacao fruit ice cream, and cacao fruit sauce in a waffle cone offering three distinct flavors. The waffle cone showcases the refreshing acidity and vibrant flavor profile of the rare ingredient "cacao fruit." This limited-edition waffle cone allows you to simultaneously enjoy cacao as a chocolate ingredient and as a fruit.
■CHOCOLATE BANK Waffle Cone White Chocolat & Cacao Fruit
Price: ¥358 (Tax included ¥386.64)
Release date: February 3rd (Tuesday) onwards
Sales area: Nationwide
*Limited quantity
Using the Noteworthy Ingredient "Cacao Fruit"
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"Cacao fruit" refers to the white pulp (cacao pulp) that surrounds the cacao beans used as chocolate ingredients. Characterized by its refreshing acidity, it is a rare fruit that can hardly be tasted outside of cacao-producing regions and has gained attention in recent years.
By incorporating this cacao fruit into both ice cream and sauce, the product adds a vibrant flavor profile. Lychee juice is added as a hidden ingredient to the cacao fruit ice cream portion.
Premium Chocolate × Banana Parfait Ice Cream with Carefully Selected Ingredients
The CHOCOLATE BANK Parfait Ice Chocolat & Ripe Banana combines chocolate ice cream made with two types of CHOCOLATE BANK chocolate ingredients and banana ice cream blended with ripe banana puree. The toppings also feature carefully selected ingredients including chocolate sauce made with CHOCOLATE BANK chocolate and banana flesh sauce, creating a luxurious yet classic parfait ice cream. Almond elements are incorporated as a hidden ingredient to enhance the premium feel.
■CHOCOLATE BANK Parfait Ice Chocolat & Ripe Banana
Price: ¥338 (Tax included ¥365.04)
Release date: February 3rd (Tuesday) onwards
Sales area: Nationwide
*Limited quantity
Chocolate & Banana Puree Made with Carefully Selected Ingredients
The chocolate ice cream combines two types of CHOCOLATE BANK chocolate ingredients, while the banana ice cream is blended with carefully ripeness-controlled ripe banana puree. The toppings also use premium chocolate sauce made with CHOCOLATE BANK chocolate ingredients and ripe banana flesh sauce. Enjoy the rich marriage of "Chocolat × Ripe Banana."
Aromatic Almonds as an Accent
Almond ingredients are incorporated as a hidden flavor in each ice cream portion, with candied almonds (almonds coated with sugar for sweetness) topping the surface. This enhances the overall flavor harmony. The aromatic almonds accent the sweetness of chocolate and banana, creating a more luxurious finish.
About CHOCOLATE BANK
A sister brand of Kamakura-born chocolaterie "MAISON CACAO." The brand handles everything from cacao cultivation in Colombia to local production of processing chocolate. Through intimate knowledge of cacao, they create infinite possibilities, producing classic sweets and playful products that defy convention.
Official website: https://chocolatebank.jp/
Comment from the Team
Two special ice cream products supervised by CHOCOLATE BANK are now available. While cacao is known as a chocolate ingredient, the fruitiness of its pulp (cacao fruit) is not yet widely recognized. These products were developed with the desire to share the appeal of cacao fruit with more people. The vibrant aroma of cacao fruit, the richness of chocolate, and the melting sweetness of ripe banana create layers of luxurious flavors that are sure to satisfy. Enjoy a blissful moment with these rich ice creams that offer more than just dessert.
*Prices may vary by store.
*Tax-included prices are displayed at 8% reduced tax rate.
*Products may become unavailable at stores once the planned quantity is sold out or due to various circumstances.
*Some stores may not carry certain products, and product names/specifications may vary by store.
*Images are for illustration purposes.
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*Information is current as of now. Please check the website for the latest information.
