Chocolate is a delicacy that almost no one can refuse. Avid sweet tooths treat themselves to this popular product every day. It is worth noting that those who watch their figure allow themselves to periodically eat sweets, because dark chocolate is produced, which is good for the body and in small quantities is not capable of harming your figure. Famous brands of chocolate are produced by manufacturers from all over the world.
Ritter Sport
A well-known brand of chocolate, which is produced in Germany and sold all over the world. Each type of Ritter Sport chocolate bar has square shape and is divided into 16 small squares. " Ritter Sport» has 28 types of chocolate, which are packaged different colors. The product from a German manufacturer is of the highest quality, as it is made from natural ingredients.
Snickers
Snickers brand chocolate is produced by the American manufacturer Mars Incorporated and is very popular among our compatriots. The bar contains roasted peanuts(seeds, hazelnuts, almonds), caramel and nougat, and topped with milk chocolate. Today, sales of the beloved candy bar reach $2 billion per year.
Milka
Delicious milk chocolate brand Milka (Milka) is produced by the company Kraft Foods(now Mondelez International). The first chocolate bar with this brand was released back in 1901. Since then, many of us have tried quality chocolate bars with raisins, nuts and other ingredients. The chocolate packaging is decorated with the image of a purple cow, which has become the symbol of the company.
Alpen Gold
Chocolate Alpen Gold(Alpen Gold) is a variety of tastes, high quality and quite affordable cost of the product. This brand occupies a leading position among the world's chocolate manufacturers. The company produces both dark and milk chocolate. There are also interesting options peanut bars and corn flakes, with strawberries and yogurt, with cookies and raisins, etc. 
Twix
The most popular brands of chocolate include the Twix bar. It consists of two strips, each of which contains cookies and caramel inside and is covered with a layer of milk chocolate. This product was originally called Raider and was produced in the UK (from 1968 to 1979). Later, the American manufacturer gave the bar a new name. Despite this, in many European countries Twix chocolate bar is sold under the Raider brand.
Lindt
The Swiss chocolate manufacturer offers its customers only truly high-quality products. Dark and milk chocolate are available in regular and gift packaging. This manufacturer also produces Lindt brand dark chocolate with 99% cocoa content. Only true lovers will appreciate this product. 
Ferrero Rocher
Round chocolate candies Packed in a very beautiful box and perfect as a delicious present. An Italian manufacturer has created a real luxury: the composition of the candy Ferrero Rocher(Ferrero Rocher) includes a whole hazelnut and a thin wafer with nut cream. The “ball” is covered in milk chocolate with chopped hazelnuts. The product is quite high in calories - the candy hidden behind the gilded wrapper contains 69 kcal.
KitKat
KitKat chocolate bars are produced by the American company Nestle. Sweet product combines waffles with a layer of nut-cream filling and a milk chocolate coating. Many buyers prefer Kit Kat for his gentle and pleasant taste. Available in various volumes: from one to several bars per package.
"Highest quality in affordable price" - the motto of the factory that produces a delicious product called "Russian Chocolate". It is extremely popular in Russia. There are several types aerated chocolate of this brand: white, milk and black. White chocolate of the “Russian Chocolate” brand, due to its porous structure, acquires a very interesting taste.
Bounty
The name of such a brand of chocolates as Bounty means “generosity”. Indeed, a large amount of coconut pulp was very generously put into the chocolate bar. The top is covered with high-quality milk chocolate. Bounty bars are produced by Mars Incorporated.
Traditional milk chocolate Chaika with the addition of roasted grated nuts. Product contains minimal amount cocoa - 33%. Popular chocolate bars are produced by the Ukrainian company Roshen. The blue packaging with the image of a seagull is familiar to both grandmothers and children.
Aero
Traditional aerated chocolate Aero (Aero) in the form of a small bar. Produced under the Nestle brand. Due to large quantity chocolate bubbles just melt in your mouth. It is very popular milky look chocolate.
Alenka
Alenka milk chocolate, which was produced back in the USSR (since 1965). Now produced in Russia by the Red October factory. Distinctive feature This bar has a creamy “fatty” taste. The chocolate packaging depicts a chubby-cheeked girl in a headscarf.
Milky Way
Another popular product from famous manufacturer Mars Incorporated. The bar contains caramel and light chocolate nougat, covered with a layer of milk chocolate. Recently it has also become popular Milky Way(Milky Way) with strawberry flavor.
Nuts
This is the only chocolate bar on the Russian market with whole hazelnuts. Part delicious sweets also includes delicate nougat, sticky caramel and chocolate. Nuts has been produced in Russia since 1996. Now it can be purchased in three formats: a 50-gram or 60-gram bar, as well as a multi-pack (consists of 5 chocolates, 30 grams each).
Mars
The Mars chocolate bar, produced by the American company Mars Incorporated, was first released back in 1932. Since then he has millions of fans. The main ingredients of the bar are nougat and high-quality milk chocolate.
Ristora
The famous brand of hot chocolate is produced by an Italian manufacturer, which guarantees the high quality of its product. The product is instant drink, the basis of which is cocoa powder. The result is tasty and aromatic hot chocolate brand Ristora, which has a unique and rich taste.
Every confectionery manufacturer has a variety of chocolate options: white, milk and dark. Some companies also produce products with various fillers. To find “your” chocolate, you will have to work hard and eat an enormous amount of sweets!
Chocolate is a favorite treat for adults and children. Rate the scale: world consumption chocolate is about 4 tons per year. Which chocolate is better - white or dark, milk or bitter, with or without additives - everyone decides for themselves.
According to research, good quality (natural) chocolate is:
- has an antibacterial effect;
- helps strengthen the immune system;
- invigorates the spirit and improves mood.
The best brands of dark chocolate
Chocolate is considered bitter if the proportion of cocoa powder exceeds 55%. Other key components of the composition: cocoa butter (from 30%) and powdered sugar. Calorie content – 530 kcal; daily norm– 25 g; proteins – 6.2, fats – 35.4, carbohydrates – 48.2 g.
4 Dove
Fragrant and tasty. Patented technology
Country: USA
Rating (2018): 4.6
Dove brand chocolate has not yet fully taken root on the Russian market. One of the hypotheses for this is the consonance of the chocolate brand with the popular soap. We hasten to dispel doubts - the chocolate manufacturer has nothing to do with soap. At the origins of the creation of chocolate, whose name can be translated as “dove,” is a confectionery store in Chicago, opened in 1939 by a native of Greece. By 1956, the shop owner had developed his own signature chocolate - incredibly tasty and delicate. Today the brand belongs to the Mars Corporation.
Dark chocolate (75%) of this brand, unlike other varieties, is made using a special patented technology, the uniqueness of which lies in preserving the taste of cocoa and useful substances. Reviews say that the only negative is the price - chocolate is quite expensive (about 110 rubles for 90 g). Among the advantages are exquisite design, delightful aroma, pleasant taste.
3 Victory of taste
Recognized Russian manufacturer. Sugarless
Country Russia
Rating (2018): 4.7
“Victory of Taste” is one of the trademarks Russian factory"Victory" (founded in 1999). The brand’s dark chocolate (72%) is a laureate “ Best Product"(2004). A variation of the bar with the same percentage of cocoa, but without sugar, won the silver medal “Innovation and Traditions” (2013), as well as the diploma “100 Best Products of Russia” (2016).
The dark chocolate line also includes dark sugar-free bars (57%), aerated chocolate (72%) with orange pieces. According to reviews, dark chocolate bars of this brand are famous for their expressive bitter taste with a long-lasting aftertaste, languid aroma and good composition (minimum sugar, maximum cocoa). Chocolate (100 g) costs on average 118 rubles.
2 A. Korkunov
No palm oil. Effective packaging
Country: Russia, USA
Rating (2018): 4.8
Trademark "A. Korkunov" was founded in 1997 in Russia. After the sale of the brand American company Wrigley and its subsequent absorption by the Mars Corporation, the products are currently produced by the Russian division of the latter. The bars are distinguished by a subtle chocolate taste and the absence of palm oil. The assortment includes classic black (55%) and bitter (70 and 72%) chocolate, as well as bars with whole hazelnuts and almonds.
In the reviews, customers do not skimp on compliments, positively assessing, first of all, the taste and aroma with notes of cocoa. Customers are also pleased with the conveniently opening cardboard packaging, inside of which there is a tile in a beautifully designed wrapper, and the ease of breaking the slices. Chocolate (90 g) costs an average of 130 rubles.
How and where is the best way to store chocolate? The correct answer is: in a dry place at a temperature of about 16 degrees, and here's why:
- If you store chocolate at higher temperatures, the cocoa butter will melt and lose its beneficial properties.
- If you store tiles at a lower temperature temperature conditions, the sugar will begin to crystallize and the water will freeze.
- Hitting straight sun rays exposure to chocolate helps destroy the healthy fats contained in it and also leads to an unpleasant odor.
- Storing the bar in the refrigerator may cause the chocolate to absorb the aromas of products from neighboring shelves.
1 Lindt
The richest (99% cocoa). Natural composition
Country: Switzerland
Rating (2018): 4.9
Chocolate produced by the Swiss brand Lindt is considered one of the highest quality in the world: the best cocoa beans, signature silky smooth texture, unique process roasting and grinding, filigree decoration and elegant packaging. The “Excellence” series is represented by dark chocolate with cocoa in the composition: 70, 85 and 99%.
True connoisseurs are crazy about dark chocolate with a cocoa content of 99%. This chocolate, which has a rich taste and aroma (roasted coffee, dried plums, vanilla, blackberries, etc.), slowly melts in your mouth. The reviews share unusual taste impressions, simultaneously noting the naturalness of the composition and the first-class quality of the product as a whole. The price is steep - from 250 rubles. per tile 100 g.
The best brands of dark chocolate
Dark (semi-bitter) chocolate is characterized by a cocoa content of over 40%, cocoa butter of over 20% and sugar or a sweetener. Calorie content – 540 kcal; daily norm – 25 g; proteins – 4.9, fats – 30.2, carbohydrates – 61 g.
4 Eco Botanica
4 times less carbohydrates. Vitamins, extracts and prebiotics
Country Russia
Rating (2018): 4.6
The Eco-Botanica line, developed at the ROT-Front factory, is intended for those who take care of their health, but at the same time do not deprive themselves of little joys. All products in the series are enriched with beneficial extracts and vitamins. The assortment of chocolate is represented by bitter, dark and milk bars.
Among the dark ones you will find chocolate with hazelnuts and stevia, orange and stevia, and vanilla. The manufacturer insists that the bars from this collection contain 4 times less carbohydrates than regular dark chocolate. Contains soluble alimentary fiber(oligofructose, inulin), which are unique prebiotics. A tile (90 g) costs an average of 115 rubles.
3 Russia Generous soul
The best mix of dark and white chocolate. Moderate bitterness
A country: Russia, Switzerland
Rating (2018): 4.7
Founded in 1969, the domestic chocolate factory Rossiya is now owned by Nestlé. Under the brand “Russia is a generous soul!” produce bitter, dark, milky and White chocolate. The most commonly used bars are dark chocolate bars, of which there are plenty in the brand’s assortment: classic dark, with almonds, with hazelnuts and cookies, etc. Among the new products, noteworthy is a mix of dark and white chocolate: with orange zest; with hazelnuts.
Noble dark chocolate with notes of rum and an attractive cocoa taste is made according to traditional recipes. On the reverse side is helpful information about the manufacturer, tile weight, expiration date. After opening the package, you can safely close it - the edges stick together securely, preserving the freshness of the product. Reviews say that the taste of chocolate and additives (almonds, hazelnuts) is good, there are enough nuts, and the bitterness is moderate. A tile (90 g) will cost about 84 rubles.
2 Babaevsky
The oldest brand. Interesting flavor combinations
Country Russia
Rating (2018): 4.8
One of the oldest and still operating in Russia is the Babaevsky concern, founded in 1804. Today the factory belongs to the United Confectioners holding. The brand's specialty is high-quality dark chocolate made from selected cocoa beans and cocoa butter: with hazelnuts, raisins, whole almonds, cinnamon, grapefruit, orange, vanilla, etc.
The reviews write that no matter which variety of dark chocolate you choose, you will hit the bull's eye - “Keep the mark! Interesting flavor combinations. Favorite chocolate, 10 out of 10!” Among the latest innovations is dark chocolate with pieces of prunes, marked by the manufacturer as lean product. The average price tag for a 100-gram tile is 100 rubles.
1 Ritter Sport
Best design. Invigorating and refreshing fillings
Country: Germany
Rating (2018): 4.9
The history of Ritter Sport dates back to 1912 in Germany. The year 1932 was marked by the birth of the signature square: chocolate of this shape does not break in your pocket and is not inferior in weight to a traditional bar. National recognition came to the brand in 1970 along with the now well-known slogan “Kvadratish. Practical. Good."
The most popular semi-bitter square is “Extra Nut”, chocolate with whole hazelnuts selected and roasted until golden brown. Another dark bestseller is an invigorating and energizing square with elite cocoa from Nicaragua (50%). There are many reviews from those who are not indifferent to the original dark chocolate with a refreshing mint filling, as well as to the noble semi-bitter chocolate with marzipan made from Californian almonds. A 100-gram package will cost about 95 rubles.
The best brands of milk chocolate
The key to the success of milk chocolate is the inclusion in the composition, in addition to cocoa (from 40%), cocoa butter (from 20%), grated cocoa and granulated sugar also condensed milk. It is this component that makes chocolate so tender, sweet and melting in your mouth. Calorie content – 550 kcal; daily norm – 20 g; proteins – 6.9, fats – 35.7, carbohydrates – 54.4 g.
4 Nestle
Melts in your mouth. Closing sticker
Country: Switzerland
Rating (2018): 4.6
Nestlé milk chocolate is synonymous with amazing tastes: classic milk chocolate, with hazelnut, with almonds and raisins, with almonds and waffles, a mix of milk and white, etc. All of them are distinguished by a high milk content in the composition. Buyers describe the tiles as incredibly tender and melting in the mouth. The main thing is delicious chocolate– sweet, but not cloying.
Milk chocolate with hazelnuts was especially loved by customers. This is an easy dessert with hazelnuts for every day. The manufacturer did not spare the nuts, which caused a storm of approval. The place for opening the package is well drawn, there is a closure sticker. A tile (90 g) costs an average of 111 rubles.
3 Nesquik
Best for kids. With milk and calcium
Country: USA, Switzerland
Rating (2018): 4.7
Milk chocolate from Nesquik is perhaps the best for children. The trademark belongs to the Nestlé company; in fact, the name of the brand itself comes from the abbreviation “Nestlé Quik”. Chocolate bars from Kwiki the rabbit act as a source of calcium. Parents in the reviews emphasize that the composition does not contain artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
A distinctive feature is the milk content in chocolate: two slices contain the equivalent of 50 ml. The manufacturer carefully divides the chocolate into portions in accordance with children's nutritional standards. The modest range includes milk chocolate with milk filling, with strawberry filling, as well as tiles with berries and cereals. Each wedge features a bunny on it - a great trick for the kids. A 100-gram package will cost those with a sweet tooth an average of 95 rubles.
2 Alenka
Best price. Taste familiar from childhood
Country Russia
Rating (2018): 4.8
Chocolate "Alenka" was produced in the Soviet Union, and then in Russia since 1965. confectionery factory"Red October". Milk bars are loved by domestic customers due to their rich creamy taste. As of today, the trademark belongs to the United Confectioners. The chocolate is named after the daughter of Valentina Tereshkova, and the well-known wrapper is a photograph of a girl who won a photo competition held by the factory, redrawn by Nikolai Maslov.
The assortment is represented by two dozen varieties of milk chocolate: with hazelnuts, dragees, raisins, almonds, boiled condensed milk, cream and nut filling, etc. For the convenience of customers, the manufacturer offers chocolate in bars and sticks of various volumes from 15 to 200 g. Milk chocolate “Cheerful recharging” with granola,” the latest new product of the brand, judging by the reviews, has already managed to fall in love with Russian buyers of the original taste range and high nutritional value. A tile (100 g) costs about 60 rubles. - and this best price among the rating nominees.
1 Milka
The most tender. Rich assortment
Country: Germany
Rating (2018): 4.9
“Milka” is a legendary chocolate created back in 1826 by Philip Suchard. Chocolate got its name later, in 1901, by combining the words “milk” and “cocoa” (Kakao). One of the first slogans was “The most delicate chocolate pleasure!” The cow Milka, which appeared on packaging from the artist’s brush in 1972, was so loved by customers that, together with the purple packaging and white font, it became a symbol of the brand. Chocolate has been presented on the Russian market since 2004.
The reviews emphasize that the brand boasts a large assortment. There's plenty of room for milk chocolate lovers: classic, with hazelnuts, hazelnuts and raisins, almonds, caramel filling, wild berries, strawberries and cream, cookies, saltine crackers, porous, with coke filling, etc. The cost of a package (90 g) averages 119 rubles.
The best brands of white chocolate
The peculiarity of white chocolate is that it does not contain cocoa powder. The key ingredients in these white chocolate bars are cocoa butter, milk powder and granulated sugar/sweetener. Calorie content – 540 kcal; daily norm – 10 g; proteins – 4.2, fats – 30.4, carbohydrates – 62.2 g.
3 Alpen Gold
Bestseller. Abundance of filling
Country: USA
Rating (2018): 4.7
The Alpen Gold company entered Russian market in the 90s, and since then has reliably maintained its leading position. American white chocolate is very popular trademark with almonds and coconut flakes. Also on sale is white chocolate from the “Max Fun” series with orange flavor, complemented by explosive caramel and curly chewing marmalade.
Even those who are not fans of white chocolate as such leave amazing reviews of these white bars. The thing is that there is little actual chocolate in the bar relative to the filling - a lot of nuts and coconut. The composition is not natural - there are emulsifiers ( soy lecithin, E476) and flavorings. However, the taste does not disappoint: “Almost like Raphael!” – users write. The average price for branded white chocolate in a flow pack weighing 90 g is about 69 rubles.
2 Schogetten
New. Divided into pieces
Country: Germany
Rating (2018): 4.8
The Schogetten trademark is still only conquering the Russian market. Those who have already tried branded tiles have no doubt that the manufacturer will definitely be able to conquer domestic buyers. The history of the factory where chocolate is produced dates back to 1857, and the brand – to 1962. The unique feature of the chocolate is that it is already divided into 18 small pieces.
All chocolate of this brand has excellent taste and aroma. For lovers of white chocolate, the company offers classic white (White Chocolate), as well as mixes: white, milk and dark chocolate (Trilogia Noisettes), and strawberries with white and dark chocolate(Trilogia Strawberry). The pseudo half-open packaging attracts attention. Reviews note that the chocolate inside is additionally wrapped in thin foil paper. Price for chocolate (100 g) is about 116 rubles.
1 Air
The best among porous ones. Attractive price tag
Country Russia
Rating (2018): 4.9
The best among porous ones is chocolate of the Russian brand “Vozdushny”, produced by the Kraft Foods concern since 2000. The company offers porous dark, milk and white chocolate, characterized by a light texture and millions of chocolate bubbles. White tiles are one of the most beloved by customers, and accordingly, the best-selling. In addition to classic white aerated chocolate, you can also find white bars with Raspberry berry jelly and hazelnuts on sale.
The secret behind the popularity of this brand’s white chocolate is amazing. sweet taste without cloying, which you fall in love with the first time and forever. “I’ll never get tired of it!” – fans say with confidence in their reviews. The composition, admittedly, is far from ideal (emulsifiers, flavorings, etc.). A big plus is the packaging, which is easy to open and close, a kind of lock. A tile weighing 85 g will cost an average of 67 rubles.
How to choose the best chocolate
Cheat sheet on how to determine if chocolate is good:
- First of all, study the composition. Palm oil and lauric acid – stop signal!
- Focus on the quantity of ingredients. Less is better. Ideally, cocoa, butter and sugar.
- Pay attention to the amount of fat. The more fats in the composition, the less the bar will be stored.
- Take note of the shelf life. Possible side effects of synthetic antioxidants responsible for long-term storage include problems with the kidneys and liver, allergic reactions, skin rashes and itching. Therefore, for safety reasons, preference should be given to tiles with a short shelf life, and they should be eaten in a timely manner, of course.
- Evaluate the color of the tiles. Smoothness and uniform color of chocolate are signs of high quality. There should be no white residue on the tiles.
- Check how the tiles are divided into pieces. Good chocolate will break dry. If the chocolate stretches, this indicates that the manufacturer saved on cocoa, but did not skimp on additives.
Chocolate is not just a confectionery product made from cocoa beans, but a product of happiness. It is believed that the delicacy has a beneficial effect on the heart and blood vessels, stimulates the production of serotonin, improving mood, and, thanks to the presence of glucose, improves mental and physical performance. The main thing that you should not forget about when eating chocolate is a sense of proportion. 9th place. Vosges (USA). The American manufacturer is famous for its combination of incompatible tastes. For example, milk chocolate with pieces of smoked bacon is extremely popular; There is also a rich assortment of fillings in the form of mushrooms, wasabi, curry sauce, chili peppers, etc. (TheFoodJunk) 
8th place. Soma (Canada). The history of the company dates back to 2003. The manufacturer has gained popularity due to the high quality and variety of its products. (jara_mae) 
7th place. Lindt (Switzerland). The history of the company dates back to 1845. The manufacturer is famous for its premium, high-quality chocolate; Lindt products are represented on the markets of 100 countries. (Live4Soccer(L4S)) 
6th place. Scharffen Berger (USA). The manufacturer is famous for its elite chocolate with high content cocoa and the complexity of the recipe. (John Loo) 
5th place. Michel Cluizel (France). The manufacturer is famous for its so-called “noble ingredients”, which are perfectly selected chocolate components that meet all criteria. highest quality; Michel Cluizel products are represented in the markets of 40 countries. (Floccinaucinihilipilification) 
4th place. Valrhona (France). The history of the company dates back to 1922. The assortment consists mainly of dark chocolate. To produce the product, different varieties of cocoa beans, various roasting methods and a long process of conching chocolate masses are used. (Everjean) 
3rd place. Bovetti (France). The history of the company dates back to 1994. The Bovetti assortment includes more than 150 items; there are very original symbioses of tastes; for example, chocolate with flower petals (violets, lavender, roses), fruits ( whole pieces banana, orange, cherry), spices (mustard, rosemary). (Coralie Ferreira 
2nd place. Leonidas (Belgium). The history of the company dates back to 1913. Today Leonidas is considered one of the best chocolate manufacturers Europe. (Purrrpl_Haze) 
1 place. Amedei (Italy). The history of the company dates back to 1990. Amedei products have been repeatedly recognized as the best in the world. Today, some Amedei items are the most expensive in the world. (Sarah R)
Chocolate products are quite diverse and multifaceted. Often, when purchasing such sweets, buyers have many problems, the main one of which is which type of chocolate is best to choose. To understand this, you should familiarize yourself with the varieties of this sweetness.
List of different types of chocolate
The following types of chocolate are considered generally known:
- bitter;
- classic, or ordinary;
- lactic.
This classification of a sweet product is carried out according to the amount of cocoa beans it contains. Based on this classification, it must contain at least 55% cocoa product, classic - 35-60%, milk - up to 35%.
This classification of varieties and types of chocolate is considered traditional, which is based on the content of cocoa beans and other additional components in the product. In addition, the types of chocolate product differ according to the additional components included in its composition and the methods of its processing.
The following types are known:
1. Ordinary. The composition of this product includes 63% sugar and 35% cocoa mass. It is usually produced from consumer grade cocoa beans.
2. Dessert. This is one of the best types of chocolate, unlike ordinary chocolate, it is made exclusively from noble and high-quality varieties of cocoa product. It consists of a more crushed mass, contains much less sugar and more cocoa product - at least 45%. Thanks to this composition, this type of sweet has a more pleasant taste and aroma.
3. Porous. This type of product is made from dessert chocolate using a special technology. The chocolate mass is subjected to special processing under variable pressure, as a result of which it acquires an airy, porous structure.
4. Chocolate with filling. In confectionery stores you can buy this sweet with nut, cream, fruit, fruit-marmalade, jelly, fondant and creamy filling. IN quality products The quantity of filling should not exceed 50% of the total mass of chocolate.
5. Special purpose chocolate. The group of this dessert consists of sweet dietary product, intended for diabetics and those on a weight loss diet.
Bitter, milk and white chocolate varieties
The variety of dark chocolate without any additives is considered the standard. This product, prepared on the basis of cocoa butter, grated roasted cocoa beans and powdered sugar, has bright aroma and has a pleasant bitterness. Dark chocolate bars are among the most respected desserts around the world.
Chocolate bars with any additives are significantly inferior in quality to pure cocoa product. It is known that the more cocoa there is in a chocolate bar, the higher its value. Candied fruits, waffles, nuts, coffee and dried fruits can be used as additives. In chocolate different varieties Such additional components may be included; they give the product a completely different taste and aroma.
A separate group is made up of white chocolate, in the production of which no cocoa beans are used at all. However, this light product with a pleasant caramel flavor includes cocoa butter, and there is no less of it than in a regular dark dessert.
Another criterion for classifying chocolate products is their shape. Based on the form of the dessert, it comes in the following types:
Tiled– porous or monolithic, usually rectangular in shape.
Figured– produced in the form of flat figures, for example, chocolate coins.
Patterned– represented by voluminous chocolate figures in the form of eggs and animals.
Bars– porous or monolithic, with or without filling.
Chocolate glaze– melted chocolate, used in cooking to decorate cakes and other desserts.
Chocolate paste– plastic mass, possibly with various additives.
Chocolate powder- for preparing drinks.
This variety of milk chocolate contains dairy products in addition to grated cocoa beans and powdered sugar. In most cases, milk powder is used in the production process - whole or skim, whey, cream powder or milk fat. The product, which used milk fat as an additive, is especially recommended for children.
Currently, absolutely all varieties and types of chocolate are available to consumers. Every year the number of companies involved in the production of this popular product increases, but there are companies that for many years have held leading positions among producers of this sweet product:
"Maestrani" (Italy);
"Valor" (Spain);
"Nestle" (Switzerland);
"Valrhona" (France);
"DeLaffe" (Switzerland).
High-quality chocolate bars, candies and other products are also produced in Russia. Such chocolate factories are known as “Russian Chocolate”, “Victory of Taste”, “Red October”, “Rot Front”, “Odintsovo Confectionery Factory”.
All varieties of chocolate are in the photo below, where this product is presented in different forms and types:
Chocolate has long been synonymous with pleasure and delicious taste. When tasting it, people often close their eyes, trying to fully feel all the pleasure from the sweetness. After all, in this product perfect proportion cream, milk and cocoa are mixed. And many varieties of chocolate allow confectioners to interest anyone in their products without leaving them indifferent.
Today, many brands of chocolate bars, candy bars, candies and other products are produced in the world. At the same time, the 10 largest brands stand out, largely thanks to which we love chocolate.
KitKat. In 1935, Rowntree's Chocolate crunchy bars were launched in York, England. 4 small chocolate products were combined into one bar. In 1937 New Product called KitKat. The product became so popular that it soon became an integral part of traditional English tea drinking. The bars themselves consisted of milk wafers coated with a layer of hot chocolate. In 1989, Rowntree was purchased by Nestle, and the KitKat brand began to actively promote itself in world markets. Naturally, the manufacturer did not stand still. Bars with a variety of wrappers, flavors and aromas began to appear on sale. Now you can find KitKat with strawberries and cream, mango, wild berries. For those who are on a diet, a special low-carbohydrate product is produced. However, it turned out that consumers still prefer classic taste and a form of 4 bars. At least $300 million worth of crunchy bars are sold worldwide each year.
Mars. This brand is famous for its high sales around the world; Mars bars are eaten by the most people. The history of the brand and the entire company began in an ordinary American kitchen. There, Frank Mars and his wife began making inexpensive candies. In 1911, the company was born. When the developed company opened its branch in England, the Mars bar appeared on the market. Since then, the taste of the product has constantly changed, as has the form and packaging. Although the ingredients themselves remain the same, their proportions are constantly changing. Rich taste The bar includes nougat, almond crumbles, caramel filling and a thick chocolate layer. Today "Mars" is produced in several varieties
Galaxy. When talking about chocolate taste, it is impossible not to mention this brand. Galaxy gives a person truly deep pleasure. The owner of the brand is the Mars company. This chocolate is very popular not only in England, but also in the Middle East and Africa. In many other countries we know this chocolate as Dove. This product in its varieties includes many components - milk chocolate and caramel, fruits and nuts... The brand appeared on the market back in 1960, and since 1986 it has been owned by the Mars company. This brand produces not only chocolate bars, but also a mixture for making hot chocolate, ice cream and other sweets.
Cadbury. This brand is the best selling among all chocolate products. Its history dates back to 1824, when John Cadbury began his career as a confectioner in London. He opened his own cafe in Birmingham. Seven years later, he began producing cocoa and hot chocolate at own recipes. Then the main tools in his work were a pestle and a mortar. Interestingly, John Cadbury was a lifelong member of the Temperance Society. He considered his sweet products as a replacement for alcohol, which had destructive social functions. In 1913, his successors significantly changed the product, making it much more porous. The pride of the company, milk chocolate "Dary Milk", has been produced since 1905. Now the brand, under its own name, also produces cereals, milk and fruit chocolates and bars, and even crackers. Cadbury is a hot commodity for big business, and the company recently rejected a $15 billion offer from Kraft.
Toblerone. The packaging of this chocolate is very unusual, because it is made in the shape of a triangular prism. But even more people are attracted by the taste of this product. The chocolate recipe was invented in 1908 by Theodor Tobler and his cousin Emil Baumann. Back then it included nougat, almonds and honey, topped with chocolate. The title itself is a combination of the author's name and the Italian word torrone ( special kind nougat). Already on next year enterprising confectioners registered their brand. Why is chocolate like this? unusual shape- it’s not completely clear. Some people think that the triangle resembles the Matterhorn mountain in the Alps. And some believe that Tobler was inspired by a living pyramid of variety show dancers. There is even a political scandal associated with the name of chocolate. In 1995, Swedish politician Salin spent part of her working funds on a couple of these sweets. The case received great publicity under the name "The Toblerone Case". Salin herself left politics for a while, abandoning the fight for the post of prime minister. Today chocolate comes with different tastes- regular, white, fruit with nuts and honey.
Patchi. Using the best varieties cocoa and hot chocolate, Lebanese confectioners have created a new variety for real gourmets. The company was founded in 1974 by Nizar. She immediately decided that it was necessary to make not just delicious things, but also to put them in exquisite and magnificent packaging. Patchi was initially positioned as a luxury attribute for the richest people. Today chocolate candies produced in a mixed Belgian-Swiss style. The brand is represented in 140 stores in 35 countries. The candies are famous for their decorations. Styles and colors can suit appropriate occasions or seasons. There are collections for holidays such as Christmas, Ramadan, Valentine's Day and so on. At the same time, natural ingredients are used in candies - cocoa, milk powder, vanillin, roasted nuts and dried fruits. The Patchi brand owns the most expensive chocolate in the world. A box of 49 chocolates sold for 5,000 British pounds, it is part of the premium "Creme of the Society" collection.
Guylian. This famous brand chocolate comes from Belgium. The company was founded by Guy Faubert. The name of the new product was given from a combination of the words Guy and Lilian (Faubert's wife). This is perhaps the most famous chocolate in the form today. sea shells. Inside them there is a delicate praline with nuts and various fillings. The brand's symbol is the seahorse, its use is protected by copyright. The company today sells its gourmet chocolates in gift boxes individual designs, bars and truffles are also produced. In 2005, the Guylian company was included in the Guinness Book of Records, as it managed to create the largest chocolate Easter Egg of all times. It was exhibited in St. Nicholas, Belgium. 26 confectioners of the company worked on the miracle chocolate for 8 days. The sculpture turned out to be 8 meters high and 6 meters wide. It took 1950 kilograms of chocolate to make it.
Ghirardelli. In 1852 in chocolate business Italian Domingo Girardelli came to the USA. Having suffered a lot by that time from a series of financial losses and crises, he had no idea that over time the whole world would fall in love with his brand of candy. Their distinctive style was the irresistible taste and form of "Ghirardelli". Today it is the second oldest chocolate company in the United States. At the same time, here, like few other places, all aspects of chocolate production are controlled. Up to 40% of the cocoa beans are rejected to ensure a truly premium product. Then the fruits are fired and crushed to grains with a diameter of 19 micrometers. Italian masters today produce several varieties of chocolate, including unusual ones with a cinnamon or mint flavor. The company also produces other food products - chocolate drinks and flavorful sauces. Today, the company's headquarters are located in the USA, and it is one of the leading chocolate brands in the world.
Lindt@Sprungli. The history of the company begins in 1845. At that time, Rudolf Sprungli and his son owned a candy store in Zurich. They decided to expand their business and start producing chocolate. Rudolf's son acquired the Lindt company in 1899, and the company received its current name. However, the company is constantly developing, so in 1994 an Austrian chocolate factory was acquired, and in 1997 and 1998 - Italian and American. The brand offers one of the most unique chocolate flavors. The Swiss were able to bring confectionery a piece of art. For many years the brand remained the standard of what milk chocolate should be. In addition, the Swiss produce its varieties. There is a collection with dried fruits; the design styles and filling methods differ. After all, chocolate should be perfectly smooth. The company has 6 factories around the world. Their golden rabbits, Bunny, brought fame to the brand. These Easter chocolates have been sold every Easter since 1952. Each rabbit has a cute ribbon tied around its neck. Lindt@Sprungli has a wide range of products: dark and white chocolate with toffee, caramel, coffee, vanilla, pistachio, tangerine, cherry and many other flavors.
Ferrero Rocher. And as it should be, we will leave the best for last. Ferrero Rocher are large chocolate candies created by Italian confectioners and conquering the whole world. This treat features a whole hazelnut coated in milk chocolate, surrounded by Nutella filling and encased in a nut shell. Based on this candy, the brand created several more masterpieces - with the taste of lemon, forest year, pistachio, almond and hazelnut. Well, our most popular delicacy is “Raffaello”, where almonds take the place of the nut, but the essence of the candy remains the same. The candies began to be produced in 1982, each of them contains 73 calories. The wrappers are usually gilded or silver in color, demonstrating the elegance and luxury of the dish.
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