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Top 10 Most Expensive Chocolates in the World
Chocolates have been around since 1100 B.C. when the Aztecs and other Mesoamerican people started making chocolate beverages. But ever since John Cadbury of Great Britain created an emulsification process to make solid chocolates in the 19th century, it has become one of the most favorite food items in the world.
National Chocolate Day is on Monday, October 28! Why not celebrate with one of the world’s best chocolate bars? On GAYOT.com’s list of the Top 10 Chocolate Bars you will encounter Swiss, Belgian and French pioneers along with modern artisanal chocolatiers who innovate by adding ingredients like bacon. Mmmmm, bacon. Mmmmmm, chocolate.
Price should not determine whether you will buy the chocolates or not. The taste and luxury should be the determinants. Here are the top 10 most expensive chocolates in the world.
10. Amedei Porcelana by Amedei – $90
The Amedei Porcelana is constantly marketed as the most expensive chocolate in the world. It is called Porcelana because of the porcelain color of the translucent cocoa beans that it uses. It is actually a genetically pure strain of criollo, a bean that is native to the South American country of Venezuela. The chocolate has been awarded as the best dark chocolate bar, the golden bean and the best bean to bar honors by chocolate award-giving bodies.
9. Grand Cru from Pierre Marcolini – $102.50
Pierre Marcolini is a gourmet chocolatier from Belgium. His chocolates are sourced from only the best cocoa beans from countries such as Indonesia, Ecuador, Madagascar, Venezuela, and Mexico. An assortment which is undeniably one of the emblematic collections for which Pierre Marcolini is famous. 34 original chocolates in a collection that is the culmination of a long creative process. A subtle mix of avant-garde inventions and grand classics which perfectly illustrates Pierre Marcolini’s approach to chocolate. Smaller chocolates offering a wider choice and more refinement in a sublime taste experience.
8. Richart – $120
Richart is renowned for making the smoothest dark chocolates ever, as well as the unique flavor of its products. Its chocolate products range from citrusy and herbal to fruity, floral and even spicy ones as well. It manufactures the chocolates straight from the beans that are imported from Venezuela, Haiti, and Madagascar. Special occasion or no occasion at all, this chocolate is a total ‘go to’ for choco lovers.
7. Godiva “G” Collection- $120/lbs.
The well-known chocolate brand maker, which first originated in Belgium, introduced the “G” Collection of chocolates, which are made with various ingredients and flavors, such as Palet d’Or, Tasmanian Honey and Mexican Hot Chocolate. Each chocolate is comprised of premium cocoa beans and other ingredients that are dependent on each type of bonbon.
The collection itself is made up of 15 true artisan quality chocolates designed by an exceptional pastry chef, Norman Love. The pieces in the collection are simply exquisite and the flavors all too die for.
6. The Aficionado’s Collection by The House of Grauer – $210
The House of Grauer is a company based in Switzerland that markets itself as the cigar smoker’s chocolate companion. It aims to combine the best of both bean and leaf that promises to leave a lasting impression on the senses of the smoker. The company offers up to 14 different flavors in its chocolates. It uses only the best ingredients and some of its unique offerings include the Hawaiian Kona Coffee Bean, Japanese Matcha Tea, French Organic Bee Pollen and Turkish Star Anise.
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