The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce the 2022 award winners for the title
BEST CHOCOLATIERS AND CONFECTIONERS IN AMERICA
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America*** are based on the combined total number of Gold and Silver Awards and plus 4.5/4.0/3.5 star ratings received by each entrant in the previous year's TasteTV Chocolate Salons in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Sacramento, and Fall (SF), as well as in the standalone International Chocolate Salon Award Competitions for Best Caramels, Best Toffees, Top Chocolate Bars, Truffles, White Chocolate, Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate, Vegan Chocolates, Spicy Chocolates, Best Sugar-Free Chocolates, Best Ruby Chocolates, and Best Valentine's Chocolates.
***NOTE: This was a unique year, in that many awards from live events were not issued, as COVID postponed many live Chocolate Salon events where awards would be earned. As such, this year's list is primarily comprised of high-ranking awards from various chocolate category competitions in which shipped submissions...
THE BEST CHOCOLATES FOR VALENTINE'S DAY
5th Annual Valentine's Chocolate Awards:
We are proud to present the results of the 5th Annual VALENTINE’S CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 5th Annual VALENTINE’S CHOCOLATE AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel.
The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus.
The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise.
GOLD MEDAL CHOCOLATE
Phillip Ashley Chocolates Love Drunk Hearts
Panache Chocolatier Belle Fleur
CREATOR DESCRIPTION
13 designer chocolate hearts inspired by classic cocktails and infused with wine and spirits in a graffiti art, heart-shaped luxury gift box.
CREATOR DESCRIPTION
Belle Fleur is a crafted collection of flavors based on florals and...
THE BEST RUBY CHOCOLATES
1st Annual Ruby Chocolate Awards:
We are proud to present the results of the 1st Annual RUBY CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 1st Annual RUBY CHOCOLATE AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel.
The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus.
The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise.
GOLD MEDAL CHOCOLATE
Delysia Chocolatier Merlot Cherry Ruby Chocolate Truffles
Toute Douceur Candy Ginger Currant Truffle
CREATOR DESCRIPTION
Merlot cherries cream ruby chocolate truffle. Merlot infused into ruby chocolate, blended with mascarpone cheese, studded with dried cherries.
CREATOR DESCRIPTION
Ginger currant truffles made with fair trade ruby chocolate.
SILVER MEDAL CHOCOLATE
Panache Chocolatier...
We are proud to present the results of the 1st Annual Sugar Free Chocolate AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the SUGAR FREE AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel.
The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus.
The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise.
Best Ingredient Combinations
GOLD
CocoTutti Chocolates Mixed Berry no Sugar Added
SILVER
The Good Chocolate 65% Zero Sugar Himalayan Salt
CHOCOPUNTO 78% Dark Chocolate with Cocoa Nibs Sugar Free
Kakaozon Chocolate Sugar-Free White Chocolate
BRONZE
The Good Chocolate 65% Zero Sugar Salted Almond
Chocolates to Cheer Gianduja Delight - Vegan and Sugar Free
Chocolates to Cheer Rasmalai Delight - Vegan and Sugar Free
HONORABLE MENTION
The Good...
8th Annual Hot Chocolate Awards
We are proud to present the results of the 8th Annual HOT CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 8th Annual HOT CHOCOLATE AWARDS are based on the combined taotal number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel.
The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus.
The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, product label stickers, and logo award merchandise.
5.0 STARS
4.5 STARS
4.0 STARS
3.5 STARS
3.0 STARS
BEST TEXTURE
5.0 STARS
4.5 STARS
Delysia Golden Dark Drinking Chocolate
Delysia Cayenne Drinking Chocolate
4.0 STARS
Delysia Peppermint Drinking Chocolate
Panache Chocolatier Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Panache Chocolatier Chai Hot Chocolate
JARDI Chocolates Peppermint Hot Cocoa Bomb
Ratza Chocolate Florida Roselle Drinking Chocolate
3.5 STARS
nib mor Mint Organic Hot Cocoa
Fresh Off...
We are proud to present the results of the 2021 CARAMEL AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2021 CARAMEL AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel.
The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus.
The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise.
Best Caramel Exterior Design
GOLD
Phillip Ashley Chocolates Luxury Gemstone Caramels
SILVER
Brigadeiro Sprinkles Fleur de Sel Caramel
Panache Chocolatier Spiced Pecan Caramel
Sonoma Chocolatiers 8-piece Gourmet Caramel collection
Delysia Chocolatier Caramelized stuffing chocolate truffle
BRONZE
Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates LLC Milk Chocolate Salted Caramel Bon Bon
Banyan Tree Chocolate, LLC Raspberry-Scotch Cloud Caramel
Sonoma Chocolatiers Dulce de Leche with candied almonds dark chocolate truffle
HONORABLE MENTION
Delysia Chocolatier Spiced...
The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce the following Chocolatier and Confection awards competition and event updates:
Chocolate Valentine Competition
This competition is for chocolates that are designed, packaged or branded for celebration and sales specifically during the Valentine’s Day Holiday.
Entries will be reviewed by a panel consisting of marketing experts, chocolate and food media, and retail buyers.
For educational, promotional and improvement purposes, all entrants will receive copies of any and all comments about their products and branding shared by the judges.
Registration Now Open
Annual Valentine’s Creations, Marketing & Branding
Chocolate Salon Competition
Registration Deadline:
December Dec. 31, 2021
Product Submission Deadline:
January 7, 2022
: REGISTER HERE
: This competition is for chocolates that are designed, packaged or branded for celebration and sales specifically during the Valentine’s Day Holiday.
REACH NEW MARKETS, NEW PEOPLE,
NEW CLIENTS & NEW PARTNERS;
LAUNCH NEW PRODUCTS AND MEET NEW PRESS...
WINDOW STICKERS: "AWARD WINNER"
The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that in support of our small and artisan businesses, Award Winner Window Stickers are now available.
Announce to friends, clients, partners and the media your status as an International Chocolate Salon Award Winner this year or previously.
Order or to See details visit here
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