United StatesBean-to-Bar
Spinnaker
11 bars 3.9 from 10 ratings
Spinnaker is a United States based bean-to-bar chocolate maker focused on direct trade sourcing and high-quality, transparent craft production.
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About
Spinnaker
Spinnaker is an American chocolate maker operating as a dedicated bean to bar producer. Based in the United States, they manage the entire transformative process from raw cacao selection to the final tempered bar, maintaining a close connection to the mechanics of flavor development at every stage.
As a bean to bar maker, their approach emphasizes the distinct characteristics of the cacao they source. By controlling the roast, grind, and conch profiles, they highlight the inherent sensory qualities of the beans. Their chocolate is crafted to showcase the nuanced terroir of their origins, moving beyond industrial homogenization to favor intentional, small-batch artistry.
Commitment to the supply chain is a central pillar of their operations. The company maintains direct trade claims, which reflects their philosophy of building transparent relationships with farmers and cooperatives. This dedication ensures that the labor and agricultural practices behind their chocolate are aligned with their standards for quality and ethical accountability.
Shops that carry Spinnaker
4 shops on Chof carry Spinnaker. Each shop picks its own bars, so selection varies.
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- ChocologyOnline shop in the United States · ships within the United States
- DeLaurenti Food & WineOnline shop in the United States · ships within the United States
- The Chocolate DispensaryOnline shop in the United States · ships within the United States
- The Chocolate House DCOnline shop in the United States · ships within the United StatesSpinnaker at The Chocolate House DC Order on thechocolatehousedc.com
11 bars on Chof
Bars by Spinnaker
Spinnaker
70% Uganda
70%darkUganda
3 awards
Spinnaker
Belize 70%
70%darkBelize
2 awards
Spinnaker
Colombia 70%
70%darkColombia
Spinnaker
Colombia 85%
85%darkColombia
2 awards
Spinnaker
Colombia Dark Oat Milk 58%
58%milkColombia
3 awards
Spinnaker
Colombia with Coffee 68%
68%darkColombia
1 award
Spinnaker
Madagascar Dark Milk 58%
58%milkMadagascar
1 award
Spinnaker
Madagascar with Sea Salt 70%
70%darkMadagascar
2 awards
Spinnaker
Puerto Rico 70%
70%darkPuerto Rico
Spinnaker
Tanzania 70%
70%darkTanzania
2 awards
Spinnaker
Uganda with Bee Pollen and Salt 70%
70%darkUganda
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Spinnaker bars with awards
20 award results for 9 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
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Origins Spinnaker works with
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Frequently Asked
About Spinnaker
Which country is Spinnaker chocolate from?
Spinnaker is a chocolate maker based in the United States.
What kind of chocolate maker is Spinnaker?
Spinnaker 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 Spinnaker bars are listed on Chof?
Chof currently lists 11 chocolate bars from Spinnaker, with full tasting notes, cocoa percentages and ingredient details.
Has Spinnaker won any chocolate awards?
Yes. Chof lists 20 award results for 9 Spinnaker bars, from the Academy of Chocolate and the International Chocolate Awards. The newest listed is from 2024: International Chocolate Awards Americas Bronze 2024 for 70% Uganda.
How are Spinnaker bars rated by Chof users?
On average, Spinnaker bars are rated 3.9 out of 5 by Chof app users who have scanned and tasted them. This is a community rating, separate from the Top 20 list, which ranks makers by what their bars disclose: origin transparency, ingredient purity and documented process.
Which cocoa origins does Spinnaker use most?
Spinnaker works most often with cacao from Colombia (4 bars on Chof). Spinnaker also makes bars with cacao from Madagascar, Uganda and Belize.
Where can I buy Spinnaker chocolate?
Spinnaker sells directly through their website at https://www.spinnakerchocolate.com. Chof lists 4 shops that carry their bars, including Chocology in Stony Brook, DeLaurenti Food & Wine in Seattle and The Chocolate Dispensary in Los Angeles. To track your tastings and find more bars like Spinnaker, scan any of their bars in the Chof app.
Where can I learn more about Spinnaker?
Visit Spinnaker directly at https://www.spinnakerchocolate.com, or browse every Spinnaker bar with origin and tasting details on this Chof maker page.
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