Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory   
 

When you come to the Aloha State, go beyond the mai tais and and enjoy some divine, locally grown chocolate!

The Hawaiian islands are home a number of chocolate-making companies, and most are bean-to-bar businesses. Hawaii is the only U.S. state which grows cacao, then processes and makes it into bars and other cocoa products. I've done my share of eating chocolates on the different islands, and I find the chocolate confections not overly sweet and with a deep chocolate and satisfying taste.  In checking the labels, there are usually no additives like lecithin or a vanilla by-product. Hawaiian chocolate companies focus on supporting local farmers and using locally grown products such as honey, lavender, and salt to create unique varieties. The products give assurances about knowing the source and the working conditions of the farms. 

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