Utah is home to 7 artisan chocolate makers. It’s no surprise that Utah has a love for chocolate, so it makes sense that have the most artisan chocolate makers in the country. It could be because of the climate. The dry, low humidity is perfect for chocolate making! What sets artisan chocolate apart from your regular Hershey bar? The quality. These chocolate makers usually make from bean to batch. Meaning they source their own cacao beans from farmers to make their own chocolate with. They are made in small batches, and put a lot of work into each chocolate treat! Here’s a list of the 8 artisan chocolate makers who call Utah home:Â
Based in Salt Lake City, The Chocolate Conspiracy tries to make chocolate good for you by using only simple ingredients like honey instead of sugar. You also can visit their store and even take one of their chocolate tasting classes!Â
Based in Murray, Solstice offers chocolates from cacao beans harvested from Bolivia, Madagascar, Uganda, Ecuador, and Tanzania! Â
Based in Park City, Ritual is home to a chocolate factory and a coffee shop! Be sure to visit so you can try out their sipping chocolate made from cacao beans from Ecuador, Belize, Madagascar, and Peru. Â
Millcreek Cacao Roasters are not only famous for their chocolate bars, but also their hot chocolate mixes and cacao tea! This is also one of the few places on our list that offers factory tours and chocolate tasting classes.
Based in Lehi, their chocolates come from cocoa beans grown in South and Central America, giving it a rich, unique flavor.Â
Based in Provo, Taste offers a wide array of food tasting classes, as well as their own chocolates.Â
Based in Orem, Amano Artisan Chocolates has won many gold, silver, and bronze chocolate making awards on the global and national level. In fact, they are the most highly awarded chocolate maker in America!Â
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Who knew that Utah had such a rich culture in chocolates! The majority of the companies listed have won awards for their chocolate, making Utah the next capital for artisan chocolates. The chocolates listed can be bought at most Harmon’s Grocery Stores and at Caputo’s Market and Deli locations, as well as on their websites.Â