Barbers Bean to Bar
17 Elmfield Way, Kingsteignton, Kingsteignton, TQ12 3GY
Member Overview
Barbers Bean to Bar is a micro‑chocolate maker based in Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, crafting small‑batch bars, luxury hot chocolates, and innovative cocoa teas that let the natural character of the bean shine. Every batch is lightly roasted and stone‑ground in micro‑lots to preserve origin flavour, with packaging designed to be 100% recyclable or biodegradable.
What They Make
- Single‑origin chocolate bars – minimally processed to showcase the bean’s fruitiness and terroir. Expect clean, bright flavours thanks to light roasting and simple recipes (often just cacao and cane sugar).
- Luxury hot chocolate – made with the same ingredients as the bars for a rich, velvety cup.
- Cocoa Tea (whole‑bean & husk blends) – an award‑winning, naturally vegan, low‑caffeine alternative to hot chocolate, using whole beans and husks so nothing from the cocoa is wasted. Tea bags are plant‑based and fully biodegradable.
Barbers’ Single‑Origin Peruvian Whole Bean Cocoa Tea achieved Great Taste 3‑Stars (2024), placing it among the top products in the awards.
Sustainability & Sourcing
Barbers’ philosophy is simple: let the cocoa beans do the talking—and treat the planet with care. They source from organic, fair‑trade farms, lightly roast to retain natural goodness, and use sustainable materials: biodegradable tea bags made from wood‑tree sap and fully recyclable tubes.
Awards & Recognition
- Great Taste Awards 2024 – 3 Stars (Single‑Origin Peruvian Whole Bean Cocoa Tea)
- Featured among Devon’s top local chocolates by TasteAtlas, with Barbers highlighted for single‑origin focus, ethical practices, and minimal processing; awards noted include International Chocolate Awards Bronze (2020) and Great Taste 3‑Stars (2024).
Best‑Loved Bars & Drinks
- Blond 35% with Cornish Sea Salt – toasted milk “gold” chocolate with nutty caramel notes.
- 40% Mocha – Peruvian cocoa paired with organic coffee for a balanced, creamy mocha.
- 50% Dark Milk (Peru) – a smooth “bridge” chocolate: milk‑style creaminess with single‑origin depth.
- Cocoa Husk Tea – malty, fruity, perfect hot or as a cold brew.
(Seasonal eggs, limited editions and pick‑and‑mix bundles are available online.)
Why Choose Barbers Bean to Bar
- Bean‑to‑bar craftsmanship in South Devon, from roast to wrap.
- Ethical & sustainable: organic/fair‑trade beans, low‑impact packaging, and waste‑reducing cocoa tea.
- Award‑winning flavour recognised by leading food guides and competitions
- Community‑minded: regular appearances at regional shows (e.g., Devon County Show).
Trade & Wholesale
Barbers supplies independent retailers and offers wholesale options for cafés, delis and gift shops seeking high‑impact craft chocolate, hot chocolate and cocoa tea with strong sustainability credentials.
Artisan Bean‑to‑Bar Chocolate | Cocoa Tea & Hot Chocolate | Ethical & Sustainable | Made in South Devon
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