Salcombe Dairy Chocolate – Organic, Bean‑to‑Bar Chocolate Handcrafted in Salcombe

Salcombe Dairy Chocolate is crafted in the heart of Island Street, Salcombe, where the brand has been perfecting artisan ice cream and chocolate for over 40 years. Their bean‑to‑bar chocolate is made entirely from scratch using fairly traded, organic cacao nibs, producing premium chocolates that are nut‑free, gluten‑free, and egg‑free — a rarity in the chocolate world.

Their chocolate range includes bars, truffles, drinking chocolate, seasonal creations, luxury gift boxes and subscription options, all produced with a philosophy of quality without compromise.

Bean‑to‑Bar Craftsmanship

Salcombe Dairy is one of the few UK producers making true bean‑to‑bar chocolate, meaning they handle every stage—from cacao nib to finished product—within their Salcombe factory.
This slow, artisan process involves:

Organic cacao nibs (primarily Peruvian) roasted and melanged on-site
Raw cane sugar, natural ingredients, and absolutely no artificial additives
Traditional conching and tempering to create smooth, complex flavours

Their chocolate has earned over 60 prestigious awards, including 33 Great Taste Awards and multiple Food Drink Devon accolades.

Chocolate Collections

Salcombe Dairy offers a wide range of handcrafted chocolate:

Classic & Single-Origin Bars

Available in dark, milk, white, and blond chocolate — all silky, balanced and produced with organic cocoa nibs.

Luxury Truffles

Hand‑rolled truffles such as the Blonde Chocolate Truffles, featuring butterscotch and caramelised biscuit notes wrapped in smooth milk chocolate.

Artisan Drinking Chocolate

Their award‑winning hot chocolate flakes (e.g., Milk Orange, Salted Caramel, Dark Chocolate) are bean‑to‑bar, natural and allergen‑friendly.

Gift Boxes & Subscriptions

They offer create‑your‑own chocolate boxes, curated gift collections, and monthly chocolate subscriptions, such as:

Bean‑to‑Bar Chocolate Heaven and Salchemist Ultimate Subscription

Chocolate Tasting Experiences

Salcombe Dairy hosts the Salchemist Masterclass, an immersive visitor experience at Island Street. Guests can:

Learn the history of their ice cream & chocolate making
Watch bean‑to‑bar chocolate demonstrations
Taste the full chocolate spectrum (white → milk → dark → 100%)
Make their own chocolate bar, advent calendar or Easter egg (seasonal)

Sustainability & Allergen‑Friendly Promise

Salcombe Dairy’s entire chocolate factory is:

Nut‑free
Gluten‑free
Egg‑free
They also offer a wide selection of dairy‑free chocolate bars, supporting inclusive indulgence for those with allergies or dietary needs.

Where to Find Them

Salcombe Dairy Chocolate Shop & Factory on Island Street, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8DP. They also operate retail outlets in Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Strete Gate.

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