Over the past decade we’ve been on a quest to collect the world’s best selection of craft chocolate, in every sense.
We’ve sampled over 10,000 bars crafted by artisan chocolate makers who use beans that are farmed by specialty growers.
We’re on a mission to highlight the work of our selected makers and growers, so people can savour flavour and make conscious choices to discover the impact of cocoa.
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What it means to be a Cocoa Runner
In October 2013 we made a stand: to share the world’s best craft chocolate, in every sense.
Helping people to discover the bars, growers, makers and impact of craft chocolate, we started out by compiling a chocolate library and monthly tasting club. Fast forward a decade – thousands of bars, tastings events and craft chocolate connections later – we are ‘running’ an operation that enables people to experience all that craft chocolate provides. People who support Cocoa Runners and become part of the club directly contribute towards a more sustainable environmental, financial and social ecosystem for makers and growers – journeying from farm to bar for fascinating flavour and eating experiences.

Craft chocolate means more than just sensational food.
A little pleasure goes a long way
Chocolate provides sensory pleasures, but its impact can be huge and lasting. We think craft chocolate has the ability to change the world for the better – from the relationships formed when you share it, to the impact producers have on the environment. That’s why our makers and growers are united in the care and attention they give to their craft and supply chain.
Conscious choices for planet and people
From farm to bar, chocolate has a significant impression on people and planet. Every maker represented in the Cocoa Runners collection is sourced and selected because their chocolate not only tastes great, but they go beyond. Working directly with farmers and co-operatives ensures fair pay for growers, so the products they craft can be consciously savoured by you.
Sourcing the world’s best craft chocolate.
Meet our team
Don’t scoff. Savour craft chocolate, in every sense.
Craft chocolate has over 400 distinct flavour compounds; that’s even more than a fine wine. With Cocoa Runners, you’ll experience fascinating flavour, be able to articulate the nuances of craft chocolate and develop an invested understanding of its benefits. Savouring this sensational food directly supports environmental sustainability and economic development of change-making cocoa growers and skilled makers across the world.
Makers, we want to hear from you.
If you’d like to join our collection of the world’s best craft chocolate makers, just get in touch. Please note, our selection process is thorough, enabling us to get a better picture of your making practice and relationship with growers. We only work with people who seriously give a craft.
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