BEAN-TO-BAR ARTISANAL CHOCOLATE
Welcome to Coromandel Chocolate, a little family-owned business nestled in the picturesque Whangamata. We create delectable bean-to-bar chocolate with traditional French methods. Using exceptional Pacific-sourced cacao beans, our artisanal chocolates are crafted with love for the people of Aotearoa and beyond.
Award-winning chocolate
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NZ made
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Pacific cacao
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Award-winning chocolate — NZ made — Pacific cacao —
AWARD WINNERS
ACADEMY OF CHOCOLATE 2025 SILVER AWARD
Bean-To-Bar Flavoured Milk Chocolate Bar
Created in partnership with Matcha Matcha, this bar is New Zealand’s only Hojicha chocolate.
Experience the mellow sweetness of high cacao milk chocolate, perfectly balanced by the deep, toasty notes of roasted Hojicha tea. The result is a rich, creamy bar with a distinct depth of flavour – smooth, aromatic, and unforgettable.
Single Origin Cacao
Bean to Bar
ACADEMY OF CHOCOLATE 2025 BRONZE AWARD
Bean-To-Bar Flavoured White Chocolate Bar
Created in partnership with Matcha Matcha, this bar brings together Coromandel Chocolate’s bean-to-bar chocolate and ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha.
Smooth, creamy, and rich in antioxidants, this bar pairs the bold character of premium Japanese Matcha with the subtle sweetness of high-cacao white chocolate. The result is a rich and creamy treat with a delicate balance of bitterness and sweetness – pure green indulgence.
Single Origin Cacao
Bean to Bar
Made with only 4 natural ingredients - cacao butter, cane sugar, milk powder, matcha
ACADEMY OF CHOCOLATE 2024 SILVER AWARD
Bean-To-Bar Flavoured Dark Chocolate Bar
This dark chocolate bar is a true meeting of two homes: French heritage paired with a New Zealand delicacy, creating an explosion of flavour in silky caramel.
An initial hint of Mānuka honey, harvested just down the coast in Whiritoa by local beekeepers Mike and Tanya of Whiritoa Honey, gives way to the warmth of Rémy Martin XO Cognac from South West France. Ooh la la, sacré bleu!
What the judges said:
"…a harmonious blend of honey caramel sweetness, dark chocolate and warm spice notes... the cognac aroma and flavour are distinct but not overpowering, complementing the smooth, rich filling. The dairy-free caramel is creamy, while the chocolate offers a robust cocoa flavour with a smooth melt."
Buying for someone else? Explore The Dark Chocolate Lover Gift Pack.
ACADEMY OF CHOCOLATE 2025 BRONZE AWARD
Bean-To-Bar Flavoured Milk Chocolate Bar
Our award-winning 48% milk chocolate is infused with organic oolong tea from Zealong Tea Estate in the Waikato, the only commercial tea estate in Aotearoa New Zealand.
We combine the tea’s soft floral notes and gentle tannins with exceptional Pacific-sourced cacao beans and organic New Zealand milk powder for a smooth, creamy finish.
The result is a refined pairing of New Zealand-grown tea and carefully crafted chocolate.
“…a harmonious blend of honey bourbon caramel sweetness, dark chocolate, and warm spice notes, creating a well-balanced and satisfying flavour profile.”
Academy of Chocolate 2024 judges, on the Mānuka Honey & Cognac Caramel Dark Chocolate.
THE CACAO
We source our cacao from the beautiful island of Malekula in the Vanuatu Archipelago. It's a tropical paradise that's ideal for growing cacao. Get ready to taste the incredible flavours of the Pacific while also supporting our local farmers!
OUR STORY
Introducing Thomas and Jess — a beautiful love story between France and New Zealand, much like their chocolates! They're passionate about creating delicious chocolate that's inspired by the breathtaking beauty of Coromandel. Our artisan chocolatiers believe in fairness, transparency, and a genuine love for the product.
THE FACTORY
Where the magic happens. After a journey from Malekula Island to Auckland’s bustling port, our precious cacao beans travel to our chocolate factory in Whangamatā, nestled in the breathtaking Coromandel Peninsula. And that’s when the real magic begins.
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