World Chocolate Day, celebrated annually on July 7, is the perfect occasion to gift a box of exotic chocolates to your loved ones. Chocolates are always enticing, and once you develop a taste for them, there’s no turning back. But have you ever wondered what makes some chocolates more expensive than others? From rare cocoa beans to exquisite packaging, the world of luxury chocolates is a fascinating one. The prices of some premium chocolates will leave you stunned.
Indulge in the sweet world of luxury as we unveil the most expensive chocolates around the world. Let’s take a journey through some of these exquisite confections.
To’ak Chocolate
To’ak Chocolate from Ecuador tops the list of most expensive chocolates in the world. It is priced at $685 (approx. ₹57,100) for a 1.5-ounce bar. Former Wall Street trader Jerry Toth founded To’ak while hunting down the finest cocoa beans from the Ecuadorian rainforests.
Amedei Porcelana
Founded by Cecilia Tessieri, Amedei Porcelana is known for its high-quality ingredients and ancient chocolate-making techniques. The Porcelana Chocolate Bar costs $90 (nearly ₹7,500) for 50g.
LetterPress Chocolate
This Los Angeles-based brand offers unique and exquisite chocolates and is known for its passion, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality. The Satocao Sao Tome 70% Limited Edition, priced at $17.99 (approx. ₹1,500) for 57g, is their most expensive chocolate.
Ritual Chocolate
Founded by Robbie Stout and Anna Davies, this brand is known for its unique flavor combinations. The Bourbon Barrel Aged 75% is their most expensive chocolate and costs $16.45 (around ₹1,375) for 60g.
Dick Taylor Chocolate
Dick Taylor Chocolate is known for its unique flavors and subtle nuances of the cacao. The Straight Bourbon Whiskey 70%, priced at $14.49 (around ₹1,210) for 57g, is their most expensive chocolate.
DeLafée
The Gold Chocolate Box from DeLafée is priced at $508 (around ₹42,400). Each box comes with eight gold leaf-decorated Swiss pralines and also a gold-plated Swiss Confederation coin inside.
Cadbury Wispa Gold Chocolate
The Wispa Gold Bar has been around on and off since 1995. It was sold for $1,600 (around ₹1,33,500) at an auction. It is one of the most popular names among chocolate lovers and comes covered in edible gold leaf.
Cocoa Gourmet Gold and Diamond Chocolates
The royal collection of chocolates by Cocoa Gourmet is literally covered in gold and diamonds, selling for $1,250 (around ₹1,04,300). A box contains twelve pieces of delectable chocolates; four of them are made from 22-karat gold, four from pure silver, and four are made with sweet diamonds.
Celebrate World Chocolate Day by treating yourself or your loved ones to these luxurious delights.
