Vanilla legend and aromatic chemist Ray Lochhead created dozens of flavorings, sourced from quality ingredients and ed in family tastings. Cook's handcrafted extracts showcase our history and innovation. Organic. Dark. Dreamy. Decadent. Cook's Organic Chocolate Extract is a wondrous infusion of cocoa and vanilla. The Aztecs mixed these to appease their gods. You can intensify beverages, cakes, cookies, or anywhere you use melted chocolate. Divine. For home cooking and baking, use 1-2 teaspoons. For industrial applications, use 2 to 4 ounces per 5 gallons (40 pounds) of mix.Store in a cool, dry, dark container away from sunlight. This product is extremely shelf-stable and lasts for years. For FDA and trace-ability purposes, however, shelf life is stated as 1095 days from manufacture date. Manufacture date is listed as UDC.