Decocoa hand-crafts fine chocolate in Rochester, New York, while also serving as a contract manufacturer for premium chocolate brands across North America. The family business builds its products around ethically and sustainably farmed cocoa beans sourced from around the world, and invites visitors into its factory through an experience center, tours, and classes.
Hedonist Artisan ChocolatesFounded by Jennifer Posey in 2007, Hedonist Artisan Chocolates makes small-batch, hand-crafted confections in Rochester, New York, using classic techniques and locally sourced ingredients. Posey’s former career in Parks and Recreation informs the company’s distinctive aim: translating taste memories into chocolate, from familiar comforts to unexpected pairings. The Rochester South Wedge shop also offers small-batch ice cream, while sister venture Posey Letterpress supplies hand-printed packaging and cards for gifts and events.ROCHESTER, NY
Nostalgia ChocolatesTyler Cagwin makes small-batched, bean-to-bar chocolate by hand at Nostalgia Chocolates’ little factory in Huntersville, North Carolina. Inspired by a first taste of real chocolate while sailing through the Caribbean, he built the company around old-fashioned handcraft, ethically sourced cacao, and the idea that chocolate should be savored slowly and shared. The range includes origin-focused bars as well as treats such as chocolate-covered caramels, with recyclable packaging intended to reduce its footprint.SYRACUSE, NY
Maverick ChocolateBorn from a Cincinnati kitchen experiment in 2013, Maverick Chocolate is a family-owned, bean-to-bar craft chocolate maker that turns ethically sourced cocoa beans into chocolate bars, truffles and drinks. Paul and Marlene Picton run the company with their sons Ben and Scott, carrying the family’s aviation background into a Covington factory and retail operation. The company’s chocolate has earned 13 awards, including Good Food Awards for its Belize, Tanzania and distinctive Fahrenheit 513 bar.CINCINNATI, OH
Coblentz Chocolate CompanyJason and Mary Coblentz began Coblentz Chocolate Company in their kitchen in 1987, building a Walnut Creek, Ohio, chocolatier around handcrafted work and a close connection with customers. Today, visitors can watch artisans hand-dip chocolates through the viewing gallery at the company’s retail store, while businesses can turn to Coblentz for branded chocolate gifts.WALNUT CREEK, OH