Top 25 English Pralines

Last updated on June 06, 2026

Best English Pralines

01

Chococo

5 ·
Chococo is a chocolate company founded in 2002 by Claire and Andy Burnet and is located in Dorset, England. This artisan producer handcrafts its chocolates using locally sourced ingredients and ethically produced, single-origin chocolate. Chococo operates several cafes across southern England, offering a range of chocolate products, cakes, and workshops.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2016, 2015, 2009, 2005)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2024, 2022, 2018, 2016, 2005)
02

Eponine Patisserie

5 ·
Eponine Patisserie, based in North West England, specializes in crafting high-quality chocolates and patisserie products. This artisan producer has received multiple awards for their confections, highlighting their commitment to excellence in the field of fine chocolate and desserts. They use fine ingredients and innovative techniques to create unique flavor profiles.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2021, 2018, 2016)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2022, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016)
03

Hotel Chocolat

5 ·
Hotel Chocolat is a British chocolatier and cocoa grower, headquartered in London. The company was founded by Angus Thirlwell and Peter Harris in 2004. Hotel Chocolat owns a cocoa plantation in Saint Lucia, allowing them to control the entire production process from bean to bar. They operate a variety of retail locations across the UK and have an international presence with stores in the United States and Japan.
Awards
The Liqueur Masters - Gold (2023)
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2016, 2015, 2011)
04

Paul Wayne Gregory

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Paul Wayne Gregory is a London-based chocolate producer who founded his own premium chocolate brand. He specializes in creating handcrafted chocolates and is known for using pure, natural ingredients without preservatives. His offerings include a range of individual chocolates, truffles, and themed collections for various occasions.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2011, 2009, 2006)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2009, 2008, 2006)
05

Lauden

5 ·
Lauden Chocolate, based in Leeds, is known for producing high-quality, artisan chocolates. The company sources premium ingredients from around the world to create unique flavor combinations. Their chocolate range includes single-origin bars and luxury filled chocolates.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2018, 2017, 2011)
Great Taste Awards - 2 Stars (2023)
06

Melt Chocolates

5 ·

Melt Chocolates is an artisan chocolate company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2005 by Louise Nason. Created with the aim of producing fresh, high-quality chocolate made from natural ingredients, the company has become one of London's best-known independent chocolatiers. Melt specializes in handmade chocolates crafted in small batches by skilled chocolatiers working directly from its Notting Hill chocolate kitchen. The brand emphasizes freshness, using minimal preservatives and focusing on high cocoa content, natural ingredients and reduced sugar levels. Sustainability is an important part of its philosophy, reflected in plastic-free packaging, local production and efforts to minimize food miles by producing chocolate close to where it is sold. In addition to chocolate bars, pralines and truffles, Melt offers workshops, tastings and educational experiences that introduce customers to the art of chocolate making. The company is known for combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary flavors and presentation. Its products have received recognition from organizations such as the Academy of Chocolate and have attracted a loyal following among chocolate enthusiasts in the United Kingdom and abroad. Today, Melt Chocolates remains a family-owned business that continues to promote fresh handmade chocolate as an alternative to mass-produced confectionery.

Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2023, 2011, 2006)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2024, 2023, 2022, 2018, 2016, 2013, 2011, 2009, 2008, 2006)
07

Thorntons

5 ·
Thorntons is a chocolate company established in 1911 in Sheffield, England, by Joseph William Thornton. It specializes in the production of chocolate, toffee, and other confectionery products. Thorntons operates both its own branded retail stores and an accompanying online store, catering to a broad range of chocolate lovers. In 2015, the company was acquired by Ferrero, an Italian confectionery giant.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2011)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2009)
08

Winchester Cocoa Company

5 ·
Winchester Cocoa Company is a British maker of handcrafted chocolate based in Winchester, Hampshire, renowned for combining artisanal precision, authenticity, and high-quality ingredients. The brand was founded on the belief that chocolate should be honest, ethically produced, and made from raw materials with transparent origins. Its production relies on carefully selected cacao beans from sustainable sources, most often from Central and South America, following fair-trade principles and supporting smallholder farmers. Winchester Cocoa Company stands out for its single-origin chocolate bars, elegant praline collections, and luxurious gift assortments that reflect a blend of British tradition and modern craftsmanship. Each batch is produced in small quantities, entirely by hand, using only natural ingredients - organic milk, real fruit juices, nuts, and carefully chosen spices, with no artificial additives. Special attention is given to the balance of flavor, texture, and finish, giving every chocolate a distinctive depth and character. Thanks to this approach, Winchester Cocoa Company has earned its place on the British gourmet scene as a luxury yet approachable brand, designed for those who appreciate pure, authentic, and artisan-crafted chocolate.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2021, 2016, 2015)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2023, 2021, 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016)
09

The Chocolate Society

5 ·
The Chocolate Society is a small, artisan chocolate company located in Bruton, Somerset, UK. They produce a variety of high-quality chocolates, including bars, truffles, and seasonal items, using fine ingredients. The company was established in 1991 and emphasizes handcrafted production processes.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2016)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2016)
10

Demarquette Fine Chocolates

5 ·
Demarquette Fine Chocolates, located in London, specializes in premium chocolates, focusing on the quality and sourcing of their ingredients. The company was established by Marc Demarquette, who emphasizes artisan techniques and British craftsmanship in chocolate making. Their offerings include a variety of handcrafted chocolates, often incorporating unique and luxurious flavors.
Awards
Academy of Chocolate - Gold (2016, 2015, 2011)
Academy of Chocolate - Silver (2018, 2016, 2015, 2011, 2008, 2006)
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