Venture into the deep and satisfying flavours of cocoa. Whether you’re seeking a treat for yourself or a gift for a dark chocolate devotee, explore the Hotel Chocolat Dark Chocolate selection. Each item in this carefully curated collection has been crafted from decadent 70% to 100% dark chocolate so you can really experience the nuanced flavours and aromas that cacao has to offer. Everything except the following will be on offer: The Velvetiser (unless you sign up for VIP.ME), Better Way Bars, gift cards, e-gift cards and gift subscriptions. Perhaps you already know your ideal percentage or maybe you’re eager to try something new. Will it be 75%, 85% or the ultimate in dark chocolate intensity: 100%? Whichever you fancy, there’ll be a Hotel Chocolat option to suit.

Decorate your table this Christmas with The Large Festive Wreath – Unbelievably Vegan*, a centrepiece as striking to look at as it is satisfying to bite into. The choir of crunchy caramel, cornflakes and shortbread harmonise with the tart notes of dried cherries and the rich smoothness of Nutmilk chocolate. With the season of goodwill upon us, there’s more than enough for everyone to share on the big day. That’s if you and your loved ones can resist the temptation to sneak a piece in the run-up. Whilst Santa’s little helpers have been hard at work, our chocolatiers have been busy creating the best recipes to help you get in the merry mood. Who needs leaves and holly when you could have a chocolate-filled Christmas wreath?Looking for something to keep the whole brood happy? Pass around the Wreath Box, and watch as your loved ones’ eyes light up. With 40 chocolates, two Snowflakes and one Festive Wreath to enjoy, you’ll delight them all, from grandparents to toddlers. Our Christmas Mess Truffle, for example, is bursting with festive flavours. This winter, our take on the classic Eton Mess unites tangy berries with cream, warming spices and a bite of meringue. Alternatively, there’s the Grand Wreath Box. With an incredible 84 chocolates and six festive wreaths, this selection certainly has the wow factor. Lift the lid to reveal an extensive collection of firm favourites alongside seasonal specials. You can expect notes of mulled wine spices, dark fruits, and citrusy Cognac, as well as classic hazelnut praline, caramel, and vanilla flavours. From traditional Chocolate Boxes to adorable Chocolate Hearts; from Hampers brimming with bubbly, and Champagne Truffles to our stunning range of beauty products, there’s something to appeal to every taste. The same great quality chocolates you’d expect from Hotel Chocolat at reduced prices. Are there any treats you haven’t got round to trying yet? Now is the time to go for it! From silky-smooth hot chocolate sachets and creamy Velvetised tipples to truffles, batons and slabs, there’s a little bit of everything. If you’re looking for the ultimate selection of Christmas chocolate, there’s no need to look any further. The Classic Christmas Sleekster contains an iconic collection of firm favourites and festive chocolate treats to share (or not).

Make sure everyone stays cosy with hot chocolate flakes — and why not go the extra mile with the Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser? It’s truly the world’s most indulgent Christmas Hot Chocolate system and will make a stand-out gift. Made with finely milled hazelnuts instead of milk, Nutmilk is our own vegan* chocolate that has all the depth of flavour you’d expect, but without the dairy. With its 45% cacao content, it’s smooth and mellow with a creamy and indulgent texture. Our solid Chocolate Wreaths are real showstoppers. Moulded in the form of the quintessential foliage wreath (complete with an adorable ribbon), these solid chocolate sculptures are studded with nuts and fruits for a delightful variety of textures. Whether you go for a milk, dark or Unbelievably Vegan Nutmilk design, it will make a stunning centrepiece for your Christmas table that every guest will love. Whichever you choose, you’ll find rich cacao notes tempered by the natural sweetness of dried fruits — a deeply satisfying combination., ‘More cacao, less sugar’ is the Hotel Chocolat mantra, because we like to let the cacao bean reveal its nuanced flavours without being masked by refined sugar. Dip into the firm favourites like our Ultimate Milk, Salted Caramel and Champagne truffles for a sumptuously smooth and comforting chocolate hit. Or go festive with our Mulled Wine, Winter Sidecar and Treacle Tart; the warmth of the spices with the luxurious chocolate can’t fail to satisfy. Go daring with Chilli Supernova, Vodka and Vanilla or our delicately spiced Custard Tart.We’ve used milk chocolate as the base to give this Christmas wreath a wonderfully creamy yet deep flavour. As our milk chocolate contains 50% cacao the result is a deeply satisfying taste worth savouring. This wreath is crafted from our 70% dark chocolate, which is both opulent and bold in flavour without being overpowering. Taste the cacao bean’s nuanced notes shining through – after all, our mantra is ‘more cacao, less sugar.’ An ode to a Christmas tradition, for milk-chocolate lovers. We’ve used 50% milk chocolate to give this Chocolate Wreath a wonderfully mellow yet deep flavour, with an astonishingly creamy and melty texture. We use a much higher cocoa content than most, and we’ve upped it even more here, resulting in an extra rich and indulgent taste. Too beautiful to wrap and hide under the tree, this impressive chocolate wreath comes displayed in its very own Christmas gift box. A red ribbon adds a delightful finishing touch that’s sure to make Santa’s elves proud.

Everybody, young and old, will adore our Waddle of Penguins — 16 cute characters cast in delectable 40% milk chocolate and brimming with sumptuous, buttery caramel. More cacao, less sugar is our motto here at Hotel Chocolat, and by using a higher cacao content than is traditional, our milk chocolate showcases the wonderfully nuanced notes of the cacao bean. Those who enjoy their chocolate mellow and creamy will adore our irresistible Nutmilk. Staggeringly smooth, it has all the cacao depth you’d expect from Hotel Chocolate (45% to be exact) but those nuanced notes are lifted by finely milled hazelnuts in place of milk. Our Nutmilk recipe was five years in the making but, as we’re sure you’ll agree, the wait was worth it. Sensational batons, truffles, tipples, slabs and more — all without any added milk. Our vegan chocolate puts cacao at the forefront, shining a light on its nuanced flavours. Whether you fancy something dark and rich or a nibble of unbelievably creamy Nutmilk, each bite is just as delicious as our dairy collection. Our high-cacao vegan options never compromise on flavour or texture.Dark chocolate contains minimum 70% cocoa solids. Milk chocolate contains minimum 40% cocoa solids, minimum 14% milk solids. Caramel milk chocolate contains minimum 36% cocoa solids, minimum 26% milk solids. White chocolate contains minimum 36% cocoa butter, minimum 27% milk solids. Or, for when you’ve had enough of the kitchen but want to serve something sweet, why not bring out as a striking centrepiece to share with your nearest and dearest? Just don’t add candles…

Of course, Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a tipple (or two) - celebrate the festivities with our Champagne truffle, made with the real Champagne for that delicate aroma you only find in high-quality bottles of fizz.

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Brimming with enough chocolate for even the extended family to share, you won’t need to worry about whipping up extra desserts for guests. Just place this chocolate centrepiece in the middle of the table and watch their faces light up. It also makes a generous gift for a friend, colleague, or loved one.