Welcome to Chocopedia, the (work in progress) definitive definitive encyclopedia of chocolate.
We’re on a mission to educate and inform on all things craft chocolate. At Cocoa Runners, we’ve garnered years of experience, had countless conversations with experts all over the world, and tasted our fair share of craft chocolate bars, over 6000 of the world’s best. We know our subject inside and out, and we want to make sure that the best information is available for anyone who wants to learn.
What is craft chocolate? Where does chocolate come from? How can I taste so many flavours? This is the place to find out the answers to all your chocolate questions.
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What is craft chocolate?
We’re here to help you learn what craft chocolate is all about. Whether exploring craft chocolate is uncharted territory, or you think you already know what it is, Cocoa Runners is here to provide the facts.
A deeper look at craft chocolate
We strongly believe that craft chocolate is the future of the chocolate industry. It tastes better, it’s better for you, and it’s better for the planet. That’s because craft chocolate makers and growers are concerned with ethical trading practices, sustainable agriculture, and providing great-tasting chocolate. To explore the benefits and impact of chocolate more deeply, we’ve compiled a library of resources which highlight the wondrous world of cocoa.
Craft Chocolate Blog
Read the latest from our craft chocolate blog, a weekly update from Cocoa Runners. From new makers, to health and science, this is your go-to resource for craft chocolate, industry updates and interesting food facts.
News & Announcements
At Cocoa Runners, we’re always learning more about the wonderful world of craft chocolate. Find out the latest news from us and developments of the world’s best growers, makers and producers.
The makers and growers matter, in every sense.
Over the past decade we’ve sampled over 6000 bars on our quest to source the world’s best craft chocolate. Meticulously selecting the best craft chocolate from 100+ artisan makers around the globe enables us to go beyond fair trade. Working with makers in this way also helps us to bring you closer to their process and grower origin stories.
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Explore flavour through craft chocolate.
If exploring flavour is uncharted territory, or you think you already know chocolate, fascinating adventures await. These selections will help you jump into craft chocolate adventures, in every sense.
The bestsellers of 2025
A curated selection of the ten bars most frequently purchased across the year. Chosen consistently, across seasons and occasions, ...
Great Taste Awards 2025 Winners
The results for the 2025 Great Taste Awards have come through, and a handful of our makers have scored big. To celebrate, we have ...
The 10 best in Dark
We've handpicked 10 of our best dark bars to showcase the most delightful craft chocolate from makers around the globe, with beans...
