Best Western Dutch Chocolate Producers
La Carambole Patisserie is a chocolate producer based in Amsterdam. This patisserie creates a variety of handcrafted chocolates and pastries using traditional recipes and high-quality ingredients. Their products are known for their artistic presentation and are available in their own boutique as well as other select locations around the city.
They also offer custom-made chocolates for special occasions and corporate events.
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2021, 2020

Academy of Chocolate - Golden BonBon
2021

Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2020
BEST La Carambole Patisserie Chocolates
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Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020

Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2024, 2023, 2022, 2021

Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2024, 2022, 2021
BEST Heinde & Verre Chocolates
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Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2024

Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2024

Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2024
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2013

Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2017, 2013, 2011

Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2015
BEST Original Beans Chocolates
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2023

Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2023

Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2023
BEST Carambole Chocolates
Mesjokke is a premium chocolate brand from the Netherlands, known for its artisanal, high-quality chocolates. The brand specializes in creating unique and innovative flavors, using sustainably sourced cocoa beans and top-tier ingredients. Mesjokke combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to produce luxurious, handcrafted chocolates that cater to refined tastes.
The chocolates are elegantly packaged, providing a sophisticated indulgence for those who appreciate quality and creativity in every bite.
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Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2022

Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2024, 2020, 2018
BEST Mesjokke Chocolates
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Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2020
BEST Choxplore Chocolates
The Chocolate Explorers is a chocolate producer based in Utrecht, the Netherlands. They specialize in crafting high-quality chocolates with a focus on sustainability and ethically sourced ingredients. Their product range includes single-origin chocolates and exclusive chocolate blends.
The company places a strong emphasis on transparency and fair trade practices in its supply chain.
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Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2018

Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2022
BEST The Chocolate Explorers Chocolates
Best Western Dutch Chocolates
Dutch Vegan Mylk by Heinde & Verre is a unique chocolate product crafted to cater to vegan consumers. This chocolate is designed to mimic the creamy texture of milk chocolate without using any animal products. Heinde & Verre emphasize using high-quality, sustainably sourced cocoa beans, which contribute to the rich flavor profile of their offerings.
The product is also noted for its smooth consistency and balanced sweetness, making it a popular choice among vegan chocolate aficionados.
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2021
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2021
Casablanca chocolate by La Carambole Patisserie is a premium chocolate crafted with care and attention to detail. Made from high-quality cocoa, it offers a rich and smooth texture, complemented by a balanced flavor profile. The chocolate may feature notes of fruit, nuts, or spices, reflecting the artisanal approach of La Carambole.
Each piece is beautifully presented, making it a perfect treat or gift for chocolate lovers seeking an exquisite experience.
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2021
"The Story of Cacao in Four Bars" is a product made by Original Beans. This product typically includes a collection of four distinct chocolate bars, each crafted to highlight different flavors and regions associated with cacao. Original Beans is known for its commitment to sustainability and rainforest preservation, and each bar in the collection tells a part of the story of cacao's journey from the bean to the final product.
Each chocolate bar uses carefully sourced ingredients and aims to provide consumers with a deeper understanding and appreciation of cacao's diverse profiles.
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2013
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2024
Dutch Original Milk 52% is a milk chocolate product created by the brand Heinde & Verre. It features a rich blend of high-quality cocoa and creamy milk, aiming to balance both indulgence and sophistication in its flavor profile. The brand Heinde & Verre is known for its commitment to fine craftsmanship and ethical sourcing practices.
They focus on creating chocolates that highlight the nuances of their carefully selected ingredients.
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Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2022

Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2021, 2020
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Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2023
The product Pearl of Ecuador made by Heinde & Verre is a high-quality rum. This artisanal rum is known for its rich, complex flavor profile, which combines notes of tropical fruits, dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla. Produced using traditional distillation methods, Pearl of Ecuador is aged to perfection, ensuring a smooth and refined drinking experience.
The company Heinde & Verre places a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and the use of premium ingredients in the creation of this rum.
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Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2023
The Heinde & Verre Zesty Venezuela is a single-origin dark chocolate (71%) made from Venezuelan cacao, specifically from the Los Laureles plantation in the Perija Mountains. Known for its layered and vibrant flavor profile, this chocolate offers notes of coffee, citrus fruits like tangerine and orange, green herbs, laurel, and a hint of licorice.
The bar is crafted from high-quality Guasare cacao, a unique variety cherished for its distinctive taste and aromatic richness.
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Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2023
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