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THE FRESHEST, MOST INDULGENT HANDMADE CHOCOLATES AVAILABLE IN THE UK. VOTED 'BEST CHOCOLATES' AT THE 2010 UK CHOCOLATE MASTERS. ORDER TODAY FOR DELIVERY BY POST.
Choose from our range of chocolate selection boxes, handmade chocolate truffles, luxury chocolate hampers, gourmet chocolate bars and children’s chocolate treats. We also manufacture chocolate wedding favours, patisserie and chocolate cakes. Try Cocoa Black luxury handmade chocolates and discover for yourself what makes them so special. Luxury handmade chocolates - for indulgence or chocolate gift occasions.
Voted 'Best Chocolates' at the 2010 UK Chocolate Masters
Cocoa Black creates luxury handmade chocolates of striking appearance and delicately balanced flavours. In developing the range of luxury handmade chocolates, consideration is given to taste, shape, colour, texture and height of the finished chocolates. Don’t just take our word for it - at the 2010 UK Chocolate Masters an independent panel of twelve leading chocolatiers awarded Cocoa Black luxury handmade chocolates first prize.
How Luxury Handmade Chocolates are Made
Creating luxury handmade chocolates is both complex and time-consuming. The first step is the selection of the chocolate couverture upon which the chocolates will be based. Each chocolate couverture has its own distinct flavour determined by the type of cocoa plant from which it was derived. With the chocolate couvertures selected, work then begins on developing the fillings. When creating luxury handmade chocolates, the aim is to develop fillings which compliment the chocolate couverture without overpowering it. This is the most time consuming step and normally takes three months for 24 Cocoa Black chocolates. A decision is then made on whether the chocolates should be dipped or moulded. Dipped chocolates such as truffles are irregular in shape and size whereas chocolates made in a mould are striking in their uniformity, appearance and intricacy. Cocoa Black luxury handmade chocolates include a combination of both. The final step is to decorate the chocolates using a transfer, ingredient or technique which gives a hint to the flavour hidden beneath. At this point, consideration is also given to how all of the luxury handmade chocolates appear together in the chocolate selection boxes. Should you wish to learn more about how luxury handmade chocolates are made, the Cocoa Black Chocolate School in Peebles (near Edinburgh) offers chocolate making classes.
Handmade vs. Handfinished Chocolates
The term ‘handfinished’ chocolates can be misleading as it describes an automated manufacturing process. Handfinished chocolates are manufactured by machine before being decorated (finished) by hand. In contrast, luxury handmade chocolates are individually made using professional techniques that are difficult to automate. When you compare the appearance of luxury handmade chocolates with handfinished chocolates, the difference becomes clear. Think instant coffee compared to real coffee. Buy Cocoa Black luxury handmade chocolates and experience the difference for yourself.
Luxury Handmade Chocolates by Post
At Cocoa Black we believe that luxury handmade chocolates should always be eaten fresh - the fresher the better. All of our luxury handmade chocolates are freshly prepared each week and are packaged to order. We are confident that you will not find fresher luxury handmade chocolates in the UK. Chocolate selection boxes have been designed to fit through a standard sized letterbox meaning that you can send them with complete peace of mind.
Storing luxury handmade chocolates: Upon receipt of your luxury handmade chocolates we recommend that they be stored in cool (12-16°C), dry, odourless conditions. Stored correctly, your luxury handmade chocolates will remain in perfect condition for one month. We do not advise storing luxury handmade chocolates in the fridge as this can affect their appearance and taste. Luxury handmade chocolates should be enjoyed at room temperature.