Below is a list of all known varieties for Truffle. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Black Truffle | A highly sought-after truffle species known for its deep, musky, earthy aroma, used to flavor sauces and meats. |
| Burgundy Truffle (Tuber uncinatum) | A black truffle similar to the summer truffle but with a stronger, more pronounced aroma. |
| Burgundy Truffle (Tuber uncinatum) | A black truffle similar to the summer truffle but with a stronger, more pronounced aroma. |
| Chinese Truffle (Tuber indicum) | A black truffle species often used as a substitute for Périgord truffle; has a milder aroma and is less expensive. |
| Oregon White Truffle (Tuber oregonense) | A native North American white truffle with a pungent, musky, and garlicky aroma; harvested in the Pacific Northwest. |
| Périgord Black Truffle (Tuber melanosporum) | The classic, highly prized black truffle of France, known for its powerful, deep, earthy, and musky aroma. |
| Périgord Black Truffle (Tuber melanosporum) | The classic, highly prized black truffle of France, known for its powerful, deep, earthy, and musky aroma. |
| Pico Truffle | A type of desert truffle (Terfezia spp.) found in Spain, known for its small size and mild, earthy flavor. |
| Piedmont White Truffle (Tuber magnatum) | The most expensive truffle species, known for its intense, pungent, garlicky, and earthy aroma; found primarily in Italy and Croatia. |
| Piedmont White Truffle (Tuber magnatum) | The most expensive truffle species, known for its intense, pungent, garlicky, and earthy aroma; typically shaved raw over dishes. |
| Summer Black Truffle (Tuber aestivum) | A common, milder variety of black truffle harvested in the summer; has a delicate, subtle, hazelnut-like flavor. |
| Summer Black Truffle (Tuber aestivum) | A common, milder variety of black truffle harvested in the summer; has a delicate, subtle, hazelnut-like flavor. |
| Summer Truffle (Sliced, Preserved) | Thin slices of summer black truffle preserved in olive oil; used as a luxurious, ready-to-use garnish. |
| Truffle (Dusting Powder Coated) | A truffle coated in a fine powder (e.g., cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or finely ground nuts) rather than a solid chocolate shell. |
| Truffle (White Chocolate) | A truffle made with a ganache filling of white chocolate, cream, and sometimes liqueur. Characterized by its creamy texture and sweet, vanilla flavor. |
| Truffle Aioli | A mayonnaise-based sauce blended with white or black truffle aroma/paste; used as a gourmet spread. |
| Truffle Butter (Black) | Butter blended with minced Black Truffle and used as a finishing spread. |
| Truffle Cheese (Infused) | Cheese (e.g., Gouda or Cheddar) that has been infused with truffle aroma or layered with truffle pieces. |
| Truffle Dust | A fine, powdered seasoning blend that uses truffle flavoring and sometimes dried truffle to be sprinkled over finished dishes. |
| Truffle Mayonnaise | Mayonnaise blended with white or black truffle aroma/paste; used as a gourmet spread. |
| Truffle Oil (White) | Oil (typically olive oil) infused with the aroma of White Truffle (natural or synthetic compound 2,4-dithiapentane). |
| Truffle Salt | Salt infused with the flavor and aroma of truffles, used as a high-end finishing salt. |
| Truffle Vinaigrette | A high-end salad dressing made by blending truffle oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard. |
| Truffle Vodka | Vodka infused with the aroma of white truffles; used as a base for specialty cocktails. |
| White Truffle | A highly aromatic and expensive truffle species with a pungent, garlicky, earthy flavor, typically shaved raw over dishes. |