Philippine Chocolates: A Journey from Bean to Bar
Discover, enjoy, and share delectable homegrown chocolates proudly harvested from Davao, the chocolate capital of the Philippines. Satisfy your sweet cravings. Support local.
Leading Philippine Chocolate Brands
The Philippines boasts a vibrant cacao culture, with numerous brands dedicated to producing high-quality chocolates. These are some of the best brands and producers of local chocolate in the country, some of which utilise local cacao beans and sustainable farming practices too. Each one has its own unique flavours, and beautiful packaging too, which makes giving them as gifts an easy choice.
Auro Chocolate
Auro Chocolate is an internationally awarded tree-to-bar chocolate brand that promotes sustainability by working directly with local farmers to create fine Filipino cacao beans, ingredients and retail products with unique and bold tropical flavors. The name originates from the combination of “Au” which is the chemical symbol of Gold in the periodic table, and “Oro” which is the Filipino and Spanish word for gold. Auro represents our pursuit to refine Philippine cacao and elevate the lives of our local farmers who are as precious as gold. Founded by Gen T Honouree Mark Ocampo and his partner Kelly Go, Auro has quickly risen to the ranks and has become top of mind for local chocolate. Passionate about sustainable practices and fair trade, and about representing the country internationally Auro has strived to put its best foot forward. They have been changing the chocolate landscape in the country with unique collaborations with a variety of local and international brands, winning awards, and constantly bursting with interesting innovations. They have even opened an Auro Cafe in Bahrain and have most recently collaborated with Kora, New York and Daniel Corpuz from Netflix's School of Chocolate!
Commitment and Impact
- Beyond Tree-to-bar: Auro Chocolate goes beyond tree to bar by closely involving ourselves in every step of the process while remaining committed to consistency, quality, innovation and social impact.
- Sustainable Partnerships, Empowered Farmers: At Auro, we directly purchase our cacao beans from farmers who share our values. We are committed to building fair and sustainable partnerships that empower farmers to continuously improve both yield and quality.
- Community Programs: We want to further demonstrate our commitment in creating a long-term positive impact on the lives of our partner farmers - so we have also launched community projects to improve their quality of life and open up new opportunities for their cacao and land.
Malagos Chocolate
The multi-awarded, internationally recognised Malagos chocolate is dedicated to highlighting Davao as a chocolate capital. Davao City is now the Chocolate Capital of the Philippines! Malagos also strongly advocate for sustainable farming practices. Our vision is for Davao to become one of the preferred sources of premium chocolates in the world. We are committed to maintaining a reputation for ethical and sustainable farming, for production processes that adhere to strict quality standards, and for steadfastness in upholding excellence in everything that we do. Our chocolates are crafted from tree-to-bar through the efforts of many people, most especially the farmers who nourish and cultivate our cacao trees. The entire process of sowing, tending, harvesting, fermenting, drying, sorting, roasting, and producing the chocolate is done right on our farm, giving our products a more distinctive and pronounced taste. Malagos has received numerous accolades, including four (4) Golds. Join us in our journey as we help put Philippines on the chocolate map of the world. Single-origin Davao, Philippines. Award-winning. Proudly Filipino.
Key Achievements of Malagos Chocolate
- DAVAO CITY DECLARED AS CHOCOLATE CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES
- MALAGOS WINS FOUR (4) GOLDS
- MALAGOS' CACAO FARM –– PUENTESPINA FARM GIVEN HEIRLOOM STATUS
- HACCP CERTIFICATION GRANTED TO MALAGOS FACTORY
- THE 1ST CHOCOLATE MUSEUM IN THE PHILIPPINES IS NOW OPEN
Cacao Culture
At Cacao Culture, we provide a wide range of artisanal chocolate brands, all using ethically sourced cacao products from the Philippines. Cacao Culture is a home of the best Philippine chocolates. We deliver NATIONWIDE. Same-Day Delivery available for Davao City Only. Premium Taste. Proudly Filipino.
Customer Testimonials for Cacao Culture
- “Well packaged & very legit. The chocolates came in very good condition!” – Stephanie C.
- “Cacao Culture PH's chocolates are my energy and happiness boosters. One of Davao's gems.” – Angely C.
- “Thank you so much. I love the tablea! Kudos to our cacao farmers in Davao. World class cacao!” – Emmy C.
- “I'm a regular customer here. Even if the delivery takes some time due to the distance. You just can't beat the taste, it's really delicsion. And i just love love love the environment friendly packaging! So worth it!” – Zarah F.
- “Delivery took longer than usual. Well-packaged. I love how they secured the item, they used paper instead of plastic. I always buy this cacao powder. This tastes better than the imported ones. Let's support our kababayans. Buy local products.” – Arianne K.
- “Products were packed well and in good condition. Loved the cocoa butter and the tablea!” – Daneila G.
Theo + Philo
“Theo is short for Theobroma Cacao, the scientific name of the cacao tree, which is the source of all chocolate. Philo is derived from the Greek word, philos, which means love. Love for the Philippines and its many flavourful characteristics, and a love of chocolate.” - Theo + Philo. Founded by Philo Chua, this company has developed a chic aesthetic with stunning packaging that can compete with international brands. They have even ventured into spreads, beverages, and cookies. What to try: Dark chocolate with Calamansi, Dark chocolate with green mango and salt, milk chocolate turon, milk chocolate adobo.
Other Notable Brands and Products
Chocolate Products and Categories
A wide array of chocolate products are available, ranging from 100% pure bars, coins, and blocks to more elaborate confections and treats. There are also baking and pantry items like baking chocolates, chocolate spread, and drinks.
Philippine Chocolate Brands by Region
The Philippines showcases a diverse range of chocolate brands across its regions.
- Luzon:
- 1919 Chocolates
- Auro Chocolate
- Cacao Mistry
- Theo & Philo
- Visayas:
- Tablea Chocolate
- Mindanao:
- Cacao Culture
- Cacao De Celo
- Cacao De Davao
- Chokolate de San Isidro
- Coscao Chocolate
- Gulf Coast Coffee
- Lerio Chocolate
- Malagos Chocolate
- Nutrarich
- Pagmaya Chocolate
- Rosario's Delicacies
Special Collections and Gifts
Chocolates are often curated into gift boxes, making them ideal for various occasions. These include Holiday Gifts, Birthday Gifts, and gifts for Weddings & Showers. Custom Gifts and Gift Cards are also available.
Enjoy the luxury of single-origin couverture chocolate or explore Ready-to-Eat and Ready-to-Drink options. Malagos gift boxes, gift sets, and fine treats represent the best of Filipino chocolate craftsmanship.
Cafe Menu and Experiences
Many chocolate brands also offer unique culinary experiences. A cafe menu often includes Cafe Drinks, Pastries, Confections & Treats, and Meals. For those seeking a deeper dive into the world of chocolate, Tours & Events and Exclusive Rooms & Events provide immersive experiences.
Malagos Chocolate Museum & Tours
The 1st Chocolate Museum in the Philippines is now open, offering a Tree-To-Bar Experience to visitors. This highlights the entire process from the cacao tree to the finished chocolate bar.
