FranceBean-to-Bar
Ara Chocolat
Ara Chocolat is a French bean-to-bar maker dedicated to organic, direct-trade cacao, transforming rare origins into expressive, artisanal chocolate bars.
Where to buy
Maker's shop
Shop at Ara ChocolatThe maker's own online shop.
About
Ara Chocolat
Ara Chocolat is a dedicated bean-to-bar maker based in France. Operating as an artisanal workshop, they maintain complete control over the transformation of their cacao. By managing every step from the raw bean to the finished bar, they ensure that the unique characteristics of their selected harvests are preserved and highlighted for the enthusiast.
Their chocolate style is defined by a deep respect for the intrinsic flavors of the cacao bean. Rather than relying on heavy roasting or excessive additives, Ara Chocolat aims to coax out the nuanced acidity, fruitiness, or earthy undertones inherent to each origin. The result is an expressive, clean-tasting chocolate that invites a slow, sensory appreciation of its profile.
Ethics sit at the core of their production philosophy. The maker prioritizes transparency through direct trade practices, ensuring they work closely with growers to maintain the integrity of the supply chain. Furthermore, their commitment to quality is reinforced by their organic certification, reflecting a rigorous approach to both environmental stewardship and the purity of their ingredients.
Shops that carry Ara Chocolat
3 shops on Chof carry Ara Chocolat. Each shop picks its own bars, so selection varies.
Order online
- Chocolats du MondeOnline shop in Switzerland · ships to the EU and SwitzerlandAra Chocolat at Chocolats du Monde Order on chocolatsdumonde.ch
- Cocoa RunnersOnline shop in the United Kingdom · ships to 57 countriesAra Chocolat at Cocoa Runners Order on cocoarunners.com
- The Chocolate DispensaryOnline shop in the United States · ships within the United States
4 bars on Chof
Bars by Ara Chocolat
Ara Chocolat
Chuncho 88%
88%darkPeru
3 awards
Ara Chocolat
Criollo Rouge
70%darkRéunion
Ara Chocolat
Gibraltar 70%
70%darkVenezuela
1 award
Ara Chocolat
Porcelana 70% Criollo
70%darkVenezuela
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Ara Chocolat bars with awards
10 award results for 3 bars, newest first. Each label links to that year on Chof's awards page, and the icon beside it to the awarding body's own winner list. How Chof lists awards
Gibraltar 70%
Porcelana 70% Criollo
International Chocolate Awards European Silver 2026International Chocolate Awards European Bronze 2021International Chocolate Awards World Final Bronze 2017International Chocolate Awards European Silver 2016International Chocolate Awards World Final Silver 2016International Chocolate Awards European Bronze 2015Chuncho 88%
Origins Ara Chocolat works with
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Frequently Asked
About Ara Chocolat
Which country is Ara Chocolat chocolate from?
Ara Chocolat is a chocolate maker based in France.
What kind of chocolate maker is Ara Chocolat?
Ara Chocolat is classified as bean-to-bar on Chof: its chocolate is made from cacao beans, refined and conched in a workshop or a specialist chocolate factory rather than melted down from bought chocolate.
How many Ara Chocolat bars are listed on Chof?
Chof currently lists 4 chocolate bars from Ara Chocolat, with full tasting notes, cocoa percentages and ingredient details.
Has Ara Chocolat won any chocolate awards?
Yes. Chof lists 10 award results for 3 Ara Chocolat bars, from the International Chocolate Awards. The newest listed is from 2026: International Chocolate Awards European Bronze 2026 for Gibraltar 70%.
Which cocoa origins does Ara Chocolat use most?
Ara Chocolat works most often with cacao from Venezuela (2 bars on Chof). Ara Chocolat also makes bars with cacao from Peru and Réunion.
Where can I buy Ara Chocolat chocolate?
Ara Chocolat sells directly through their website at https://www.arachocolat.com. Specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings and find more bars like Ara Chocolat, scan any of their bars in the Chof app.
Where can I learn more about Ara Chocolat?
Visit Ara Chocolat directly at https://www.arachocolat.com, or browse every Ara Chocolat bar with origin and tasting details on this Chof maker page.
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