Best Venezuelan Confectionery Producers
Delirio Chocolate is based in Porlamar, a city on Isla Margarita in Venezuela. The company specializes in crafting artisanal chocolates using high-quality, locally sourced cacao beans. Delirio Chocolate focuses on maintaining traditional methods of chocolate production while also incorporating modern techniques to enhance flavor and texture.
They are known for offering a variety of unique and innovative chocolate products that reflect the rich cacao heritage of Venezuela.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2024
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2024
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2024
BEST Delirio Chocolate Chocolates
Franceschi Chocolate, based in Caracas, specializes in producing fine chocolates using a variety of Venezuelan cocoa beans, including rare and unique types. The company maintains a focus on sustainable practices and highlights the rich heritage of Venezuelan chocolate-making through its range of products.
They employ a bean-to-bar process that allows for the preservation of distinct cocoa flavors specific to their region.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2018
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
BEST Franceschi Chocolate Chocolates
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2019
BEST Armando Canelon Ponce Chocolates
Best Venezuelan Confectioneries
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2024
International Chocolate Awards - ‘Best in competition' overall winners
2024
Canoabo Chuao 85% by Franceschi Chocolate is known for its rich and intense flavor profile, with deep cocoa notes and a smooth texture. The cacao used in this chocolate is sourced from the Chuao region in Venezuela, which is renowned for producing some of the world's finest and most flavorful cacao beans.
The 85% cacao content provides a robust chocolate experience, appealing to connoisseurs who favor a bold and slightly bitter taste.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2020
Franceschi Chocolate produces a product called Canoabo 70%, which is a premium dark chocolate bar made from high-quality cacao beans. This chocolate features a rich and complex flavor profile, attributed to the specific variety of cacao used and the meticulous processing methods employed by Franceschi Chocolate.
Canoabo 70% is known for its balanced bitterness, subtle sweetness, and nuanced notes of fruit and nuts, providing a sophisticated tasting experience. Each bar typically highlights the unique terroir and heritage of Venezuelan cacao, reflecting Franceschi Chocolate's commitment to quality and tradition.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2019, 2018
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2018
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2017
Cuyagua 72% by Franceschi Chocolate is a premium dark chocolate made from fine Venezuelan cocoa beans. This chocolate boasts a rich and complex flavor profile, featuring hints of red fruits, floral notes, and a touch of nuttiness. The cacao used in Cuyagua 72% is sourced from the Cuyagua region, known for its high-quality beans.
The meticulous production process preserves the natural characteristics of the cacao, resulting in a product that is both sophisticated and indulgent.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2021, 2020
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2019
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2021, 2020, 2018
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2024
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2024
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2023
Choroni 70% is a dark chocolate bar produced by Franceschi Chocolate. This product is made using high-quality cocoa beans sourced from the Choroni region in Venezuela, an area renowned for its rich soil and ideal climate conditions for cultivating exceptional cacao.
The chocolate has a complex flavor profile characterized by notes of dried fruits, nuts, and floral undertones, which are a testament to the unique terroir of the region. Franceschi Chocolate is known for its commitment to preserving the fine cocoa heritage of Venezuela, and the Choroni 70% bar is an excellent representation of this dedication.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2019, 2018, 2017
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2018
Ocumare 70% is a high-quality chocolate product made by Franceschi Chocolate. It is crafted from fine Venezuelan cacao beans, specifically from the Ocumare de la Costa region. This chocolate boasts a rich and complex flavor profile with notes of red fruits, nuts, and spices, attributed to the unique terroir of the region's cacao.
Carefully processed and crafted to maintain the beans' natural flavors, Ocumare 70% offers a smooth and sophisticated taste experience for chocolate connoisseurs. It is also noted for its delicate balance between bitterness and sweetness, making it a luxurious treat.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2017
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2018
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2018
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2019
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