What does Hotel Chocolat do?

Hotel Chocolat Group Limited is a British chocolate manufacturer and cocoa grower, known for producing premium chocolate and cocoa-related products. Founded in 1990, the company has evolved from its initial branding as the Mint Marketing Company to its current name, adopted in 2003. Hotel Chocolat operates a diverse distribution strategy that includes online sales, physical retail stores, cafés, and restaurants, with 164 locations globally, primarily in the UK. The company offers a range of products, including chocolate confectionery with a focus on cocoa-forward recipes, cocoa-inspired food and beverages, and online gifting services. Hotel Chocolat is unique in the UK for owning its own cocoa plantation on the Rabot Estate in Saint Lucia, where it also operates the Boucan Hotel, a luxury destination featuring a cocoa-inspired restaurant. With a commitment to originality, authenticity, and ethics, Hotel Chocolat emphasizes sustainable practices and aims to make premium chocolate accessible to a wide audience.