Changing the way you
think about chocolate.
At Honokaʻa Chocolate we’re committed to bringing you moments of pure chocolate joy by making excellent chocolate with the best cacao beans from local farmers.
Hawaiʻi’s Most Awarded Chocolate
Established in 2017, Honokaʻa Chocolate began with scientist Mike Pollard's dream to craft premium chocolate from cacao grown on his Hawaiʻi island farm. More than 50 awards later, his dream has blossomed into a full-time operation attracting customers from across the globe.
Using meticulous methods honed over his many years as a scientist and a passion for sourcing the finest ingredients around, Mike found a winning combination in the precision and art of chocolate making.
Good Chocolate is
Good For You
Our dark chocolate is made with just two ingredients: premium cacao and organic cane sugar. Finely crafted without fillers or emulsifiers the pure essence of our hand-selected, premium cacao shines through in every bite.
Heart Health
Improves blood flow to your heart and brain and lowers blood pressure.
Improved Mood & Cognitive Functions
Experience an uplift in your mood thanks to the compounds theobromine and phenylethylamine found in cacao. And yes, it’s less buzzy than caffeine.
Antioxidant Properties
Rich in antioxidants, cacao protects your cells from free radicals, slowing the aging process.
Committed to Full Transparency
We prioritize transparency in sourcing, partnering closely with local farmers to uphold our dedication to fair trade and quality over quantity.
Single Origin Beans
Honoka'a dark chocolate and barrel-aged cacao is made with hand-selected, local beans. Our clean air, water and soil coupled with a humid climate create ideal growing conditions to produce world-class beans. Hawai'i is the only state in the US that grows cacao. Cacao for our milk chocolate is sourced from Camino Verde Fermentary in Ecuador.
Taste with All Your Senses
A few tips for tasting chocolate
Temperature
Chocolate should be enjoyed at room temperature to maintain its desirable texture, avoid exposing to temperatures above 85°F can affect smoothness and finish.
Fragrance
Take a moment to smell the chocolate as different bars can vary greatly in fragrance, ranging from vibrant fruit notes to subtle aromas.
Tasting Technique
Similar to wine tasting, cover your palate with chocolate to experience all its flavors. Chew the chocolate, then wait for half a minute before swallowing to fully appreciate its taste.
Attributes and Balance
Pay attention to the chocolate's mouthfeel and flavor progression (opening, middle, finish) and overall balance. Look for harmonious integration of attributes without any one overpowering note. Consider acidity, bitterness, and astringency, which add complexity when well balanced.