The Most Expensive Chocolates In The World
With chocolate you can spend just about as much money as you want to for the perfect Christmas gift. If money is no object then why not consider buying that special person in your life one of the following most expensive chocolates in the world. From the world’s priciest truffle to the most extravagant chocolate collection ever, it just doesn’t get more decadent than these.
New York City boasts the 5th most expensive chocolates with a brand called Godiva. Their latest collection is called “G” and features heart shaped chocolates containing a number of tasty fillings. Tasmanian honey and Mexican hot chocolate are just some of the ingredients used to make these chocolates so special. If your wallet can stretch to it, you can buy a pound of these chocolates for $117.
Richart chocolates originate from France but use 70% Venezuelan Crilollo cacao to create a rich and dark taste. These chocolates retail at around $120 for a gram, but you get your money’s worth, with delicious fillings like raspberries, almonds and exotic fruits.
If gold is your thing then why not try DeLaFee’s incomparable pralines. Each finger shaped piece has a smattering of edible 24-carat gold shavings which give the chocolates their dazzling appearance. At Number 3 in our list these chocolates cost $504 for one box.
The new Vintage Collection from Noka features the very best chocolates. They are sourced from all over the world to ensure that the best quality pure dark cacao can be used. They are the second highest priced chocolates in the world at $854 for a pound.
Last but not least, is the most expensive chocolate in the world, Chocopolagie. It was invented by Friz Knipschildt in 1999 and consists of 70% cocoa Valhrona Ganache mixed with soft, hand-made truffle oil. For a massive $2,600 for a pound this genuine Chocolate Truffle can be bought from Connecticut’s Knipschildt Chocolatier.
Filed under Food by on Dec 4th, 2010.