Lindt Chocolate is an elite Swiss-made treat. In its manufacture only high-quality and safe ingredients are used. Today it is presented on the market in a wide range, and you can find bitter, milk, white Lindt chocolate, as well as options with various additives.
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Swiss ars chocolate Lindt: production history
The history of this delicacy began in 1879. A simple young man, Rudolf Lindt, the son of a pharmacist, decided to start producing chocolate. He experimented with ingredients, but was not particularly successful.
One day, upset by another failure, he forgot to turn off the unit mixing the ingredients before going home. When he again came to his enterprise, he found that the chocolate was ready, and its taste was as it should be.
After some time, Rudolph organized a wide production of chocolate and opened the first point of sale.
Soon, the company grew, and today there are 8 factories producing chocolate of this brand, and there are more than 300 branded stores.
Representative offices of the company are opened not only in Switzerland, but also in the USA and in some European countries.
Composition, calories and nutritional value
Lindt chocolate contains only natural ingredients.
The treat contains:
- cocoa powder;
- unrefined cane sugar;
- cocoa butter;
- vanilla.
This is the basic composition; bitter Swiss chocolate is made from these ingredients.
But for almost a century and a half of its history, the assortment has expanded significantly, and, depending on the variety, treats are complemented with such components:
- milk powder;
- lactose;
- milk and vegetable fat;
- nuts
- butter;
- malt extract;
- glucose syrup;
- concentrated juices and more.
Depending on the composition, the calorie content of the product also changes. On average, it ranges from 505 to 610 kcal.
And the indicators BZHU per 100 g of chocolate are as follows:
- proteins - from 5 to 13 g;
- fats - from 31 to 49 g;
- carbohydrates - from 8 to 57 g.
Detailed information on the caloric content and the content of proteins, fats and carbohydrates in each kind of Lindt chocolate is placed on the package.
Lindt Brand Product Range
Manufacturers represent a wide range of Swiss chocolate “Lindt”, and today at the point of sale you can find such types of it:
- Lindt chocolate bitter 70%;
- Lindt chocolate bitter 85%;
- Lindt Chocolate EXCELLENCE 70%;
- Lindt EXCELLENCE bitter chocolate 99%;
- Lindt Creation bitter chocolate with chocolate mousse and truffle;
- Lindt Creation Bitter Chocolate with Cherry and Chili;
- Lindt chocolate with orange and almond, bitter;
- Lindt LINDOR “NOIR” dark chocolate;
- Lindt EXCELLENCE dark chocolate with chili peppers;
- Lindt Milk Chocolate;
- Lindt chocolate EXCELLENCE EXTRA CREAMY milk;
- Lindt LINDOR “LAIT” milk chocolate with filling;
- Lindt milk chocolate with hazelnuts.
The delicacy is sold in packs of 100, 150, 200 and 300 g.
How many types of chocolate Lindt presented in Russia
The products of this Swiss company appeared on the Russian market quite recently, the first company store opened only in 2016. Almost all existing Lindt chocolate varieties are available at the outlet.
In our country, delicacy is not as widespread as in Europe, and its cost is very high, which does not contribute to popularity. But this chocolate is often found on the shelves of large supermarkets.
It can also be purchased online. Many trading floors offer a wide range of delicacies.
Attention! The cost of a chocolate bar Lindt weighing 100 g exceeds 100 rubles. Cheaper goodies distributed primarily over the Internet are fake.
The benefits and harms of Swiss chocolate
Natural chocolate contains a lot of useful elements that improve the functionality of the body. Due to the fact that its active components are able to stimulate the production of endorphins, a treat helps restore strength and gives energy.
In addition, chocolate in moderation has a beneficial effect on the state of the cardiovascular system. And its bitter varieties are often used in weight loss programs, because it is able to quickly satisfy hunger.
However, chocolate will only be beneficial in cases where it is consumed in small quantities. This product contains components that are safe only in small doses, such as cocoa butter and sugar. In addition, the delicacy is very high-calorie, contains a lot of fat and caffeine.
And also do not forget that not everyone can drink chocolate.
Contraindications include:
- diabetes;
- serious pathologies of the digestive tract;
- allergic to product components.
On a note. Chocolate is not recommended for babies under 3 years old.
The fact is that a fragile children's body is not yet able to process sugar properly, and the use of goodies can lead to unpleasant consequences.
Useful tips and tasting rules
To get the benefit and true pleasure of chocolate, you need to know how to store and consume it.
- After the purchase, do not put the tiles in the refrigerator. The best conditions for storing this product are air temperature from 22 to 24 degrees and moderate humidity.
- It’s not worth eating chocolate on an empty stomach, this treat is considered a dessert, and it should be consumed after the main meal. In addition, there is no need to rush, eating it in large pieces, it is better to stretch the pleasure.
- Another rule - no need to chew chocolate. It is better to hold a small square in your mouth, and when it begins to melt, the taste will reveal to the fullest.
As for drinks, green and black tea, coffee and juices are equally suitable for chocolate. And if we are talking about alcohol, then everything depends on the type of goodies.
Gorky goes well with red wines, white with white, and pink is suitable for milk. The main thing is that the drink should not be sweeter than chocolate.
These recommendations should not be regarded as a set of strict rules that must be strictly observed. When using chocolate, it is important to enjoy this process and not harm your health, and everything else depends on personal preferences.
