
Pure flavor, a silky-smooth melt and the best cocoa content – that is what good chocolate is all about. From Belgian praline legends to Swiss classics: these are the brands that are mentioned time and again as the best the shelves have to offer.
Chocolate is different for everyone: some love it bitter and intense, others creamy and sweet. Still, a few brands consistently stand out among chocolate lovers, whether it's a bar from the supermarket or a box of bonbons for a special occasion.
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Lindt
The Swiss brand is known worldwide for its silky-smooth melt, especially thanks to the Lindor truffles with their liquid filling. Lindt has existed since 1845 and still belongs to the absolute world top.
Côte d'Or
This Belgian classic, recognizable by the elephant on the packaging, stands for pure, artisanal chocolate. The brand has existed since 1883 and has traditionally used cocoa from West Africa.
Tony's Chocolonely
The Dutch brand made its name with its mission for 100% slave-free chocolate and its strikingly unevenly divided bars. Despite its young history (founded in 2005), it is now the market leader in the Netherlands.
Milka
Recognizable by the purple cow and Alpine milk, Milka has been a supermarket staple for decades. The brand is Swiss in origin but is now mainly associated with Germany.
Droste
This brand from Haarlem is one of the oldest chocolate brands in the Netherlands, with a history dating back to 1863. Droste is best known for its pastilles and cocoa powder.
Verkade
A household name in Dutch kitchen cupboards since 1886, with its blue-wrapped chocolate squares as an absolute classic. Verkade combines tradition with a recognizable, creamy taste.
Ritter Sport
The German brand with its characteristic square shape ('square is better than long') offers dozens of flavor variations. Each square is exactly the right size to fit in your mouth.
Neuhaus
This Belgian chocolatier claims to have invented the praline in 1912. The brand is still known for its artisanal bonbons and luxurious image.
Toblerone
With its distinctive triangular shape, inspired by the Matterhorn, this Swiss brand is one of the most recognizable in the world. The bar traditionally contains honey and almond nougat.
Callebaut
This Belgian brand is especially well known among bakers and pastry chefs, who use its chocolate as the base for their own creations. Callebaut has been supplying professional-quality chocolate since 1911.
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