United KingdomBean-to-Bar
Dormouse Chocolates
Dormouse Chocolates is a United Kingdom-based bean-to-bar maker known for its direct-trade approach to crafting single-origin chocolate.
About
Dormouse Chocolates
Dormouse Chocolates is an artisan producer based in the United Kingdom. Operating as a small-scale bean-to-bar maker, the company manages the transformation of cocoa beans into finished bars within its own facility, maintaining close control over every stage of the production process.
The brand focuses on highlighting the intrinsic characteristics of the cacao it sources. By managing the production internally, the maker aims to preserve the delicate profiles of the beans, ensuring that the final bars reflect the specific environment and post-harvest handling of the regions from which they originate.
A central pillar of the company philosophy involves direct-trade relationships with producers. This model is intended to foster transparency and support the livelihoods of those who cultivate the cocoa, ensuring that the sourcing practices align with the company standards for quality and ethical engagement.
Shops that carry Dormouse Chocolates
1 shop on Chof carries Dormouse Chocolates. Each shop picks its own bars, so selection varies.
8 bars on Chof
Bars by Dormouse Chocolates
Dormouse Chocolates
Finca La Rioja 72%
72%darkMexico
Dormouse Chocolates
Francisco Sakaguchi 75%
75%darkBrazil
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Hacienda La Carrera 55%
55%milkEl Salvador
1 award
Dormouse Chocolates
Laguna Lachuá 100%
100%darkGuatemala
Dormouse Chocolates
Laguna Lachuá 72%
72%darkGuatemala
Dormouse Chocolates
Milk 55% Comunidad Chinim Wawas
55%milkPeru
Dormouse Chocolates
Rum Crumble 55%
55%milkBelize
Dormouse Chocolates
Sourdough Crumb 70% Hacienda La Carrera
70%darkEl Salvador
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Dormouse Chocolates bars with awards
1 award result for 1 bar, 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
Origins Dormouse Chocolates works with
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Frequently Asked
About Dormouse Chocolates
Which country is Dormouse Chocolates chocolate from?
Dormouse Chocolates is a chocolate maker based in the United Kingdom.
What kind of chocolate maker is Dormouse Chocolates?
Dormouse Chocolates 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 Dormouse Chocolates bars are listed on Chof?
Chof currently lists 8 chocolate bars from Dormouse Chocolates, with full tasting notes, cocoa percentages and ingredient details.
Has Dormouse Chocolates won any chocolate awards?
Yes. Chof lists 1 award result for 1 Dormouse Chocolates bar, from the International Chocolate Awards. The newest listed is from 2026: International Chocolate Awards UK Bronze 2026 for Hacienda La Carrera 55%.
Which cocoa origins does Dormouse Chocolates use most?
Dormouse Chocolates draws most often from El Salvador and Guatemala (2 bars each). Less frequently: Belize, Brazil and Mexico.
Where can I buy Dormouse Chocolates chocolate?
Dormouse Chocolates sells directly through their website at https://dormousechocolates.com. Specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings and find more bars like Dormouse Chocolates, scan any of their bars in the Chof app.
Where can I learn more about Dormouse Chocolates?
Visit Dormouse Chocolates directly at https://dormousechocolates.com, or browse every Dormouse Chocolates bar with origin and tasting details on this Chof maker page.
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