Vegan Chocolate

Vegan chocolate: pure indulgence

More and more people are choosing a vegan diet for ethical reasons, and the demand for vegan chocolate is steadily increasing. Most of the dark chocolate from Laflor is made without milk powder anyway, which makes it vegan-friendly. As a result, the chocolate is a great choice for those on a plant-based diet or those who prefer lactose-free alternatives.

Advantages of vegan chocolate

Vegan chocolate is full of benefits that make it an excellent alternative to traditional milk chocolate. Here are some of the most important ones at a glance:

• High cacao content: vegan chocolate usually has a cacao content of over 70%, which ensures an intense and rich flavor.
• Healthier: Lower in sugar, no dairy fats and high in antioxidants, making it a healthier choice.
• Eco-friendly: No animal products and often sustainably produced, which helps to protect the environment.
• Ethical: No animal exploitation and often fair trade, which means better conditions for producers.

Dark vegan chocolate contains no dairy fats and less sugar, making it a healthier choice. It is also rich in antioxidants, which protect cells from free radicals and promote a healthy heart. The high cacao content also supports the production of endorphins, which increase your sense of well-being. So don't feel guilty about enjoying a little more of it the next time!

Exquisite vegan chocolate from around the world

Our vegan chocolates are available in many varieties and flavors, with no additives, preservatives or palm oil. We source the exquisite cacao needed for our chocolates directly from smallholder farmers who cultivate the cacao beans sustainably.

• Brazilian chocolate: Using cacao from the Fazenda Vera Cruz, we produce two chocolate bars: a 70% bar in four different sizes and an amazing hot chocolate drink.
• Ecuadorian chocolate: We source our cacao from two different locations. Hacienda Limon cacao is used to produce a dark chocolate with a 74% cacao content, available in four different sizes, and – a personal favorite – almond and hazelnut dragées. The cacao from the Tesoro Escondido nature reserve is used to produce a dark, vegan 75% chocolate and a 100% chocolate. The 75% is available in three sizes. The 100% is also available as drinking chocolate and hot chocolate.
• Colombian chocolate: We offer three different sizes of the 69% and 75% Rio Sinu chocolate. The cacao is transported from Colombia to Europe in a sailing ship.
• Venezuelan chocolate: San Cayetano Farm's cacao is the basis for our 73% dark vegan chocolate, which you can buy in four sizes and a 68% version with Farina Bona, which you can buy in three sizes in our online shop.

Chocolate production – the bean-to-bar process

The essence of our chocolate making is the bean-to-bar process. The cacao beans we use for our single-origin chocolates are sourced directly from smallholder farmers in Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela or Ecuador. By working directly with them, we ensure that only their finest beans make it into each bar. These partnerships enable us to guarantee the highest quality beans and improve the farmers' living conditions. The close connection to the farms also ensures a transparent and sustainable supply chain that takes into account both the environment and society. This is the only way to guarantee an outstanding taste experience. Discover how we create exquisite vegan chocolate from premium cacao beans at our manufactory in Zurich.

Six steps and your chocolate bar is ready

1. Peeling: Our cacao beans are peeled by the company Felchlin in Ibach, Schwyz.
2. Roasting: Roasting: We carefully roast the peeled and crushed beans (nibs) on site at our Swiss chocolate manufactory in order to unlock the full flavor of the cacao.
3. Grinding: After roasting, the beans are ground in the stone mélangeur. This process produces a liquid cacao mass, which forms the basic ingredient. This is then further refined and combined with sugar and cacao butter to form a smooth mixture.
4. Conching: In this step, which also takes place in the melangéur, we refine the mass while constantly stirring it to allow the flavors to fully develop and create a smooth texture.
5. Tempering: By precisely controlling the cacao butter's crystalline structure, we ensure that the chocolate has a crunchy and firm texture.
6. Molding: We finish by pouring the vegan chocolate into molds and cooling it carefully to achieve its final shape and consistency.

Sustainable vegan chocolate from Laflor

We are committed to sustainable and ethical business practices – from cacao production and transportation to chocolate production and packaging of the finished products. We source the cacao beans for our vegan chocolates directly from smallholder farmers in Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil and Venezuela. We pay the farmers fair prices and support them in using sustainable farming methods. Although they meet all the requirements, it is often very difficult for them to obtain organic certification. To ensure the quality of our products, we regularly visit them on site and maintain a close relationship with them. Laflor carries the organic seal for our production. Our company philosophy revolves around environmentally friendly and ethical practices, from cacao planting to recyclable packaging. We are committed to promoting environmentally friendly methods and acting responsibly.

Our sustainability measures:

• Agroforestry: smallholder farms practice agroforestry and cultivate exquisite and sometimes even indigenous cacao varieties.
• Fair prices: We support farmers by paying fair prices and promoting sustainable farming methods.
• Certified organic raw materials: Our cacao butter and sugar are certified organic. The sugar is sourced from the only sugar factory in Switzerland.
• Environmentally friendly transportation: The goods are transported by container ship, and the goods from Colombia even by zero-emission sailing freighter.
• Sustainable packaging: We rely on sustainable, compostable and recyclable alternatives.

Our goal is not only to create delicious chocolate, but also to make a positive impact on the environment and society. By using environmentally conscious processes and committing to ethical business practices, we aim to make the world a better place – for you, for farmers and for our planet. Try our sustainable vegan chocolate and taste what a difference responsibility and quality make.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between vegan chocolate and milk chocolate?

Conventional milk chocolate typically contains milk powder or milk fat. Vegan chocolate, on the other hand, does not contain any animal-based ingredients and is made exclusively from plant-based ingredients. This usually results in a higher cacao content and lower sugar content, which makes it both healthier and more flavorful.

Can vegans eat chocolate?

Yes, vegans can eat chocolate as long as it doesn't contain any animal products such as milk powder, clarified butterfat or honey. Many dark chocolates are naturally vegan because they only contain cacao mass, cacao butter and sugar.

How should vegan chocolates be stored?

Vegan chocolate should be stored in a cool, dry place, ideally at a temperature between 15 and 18 degrees Celsius. The refrigerator is often too humid and can negatively affect the texture and taste. Keep opened packages sealed airtight and protected from light to maintain freshness and quality.

Does Laflor chocolate contain gluten or other allergens?

Although Laflor's vegan chocolate does not contain any animal products, traces of gluten, nuts or milk cannot be ruled out, as all chocolates are produced in the same production facilities. We recommend always checking the packaging information and, if in doubt, contacting us for detailed information on possible traces of allergens.

Exquisite vegan chocolate from Laflor

Discover the vegan chocolate from Laflor – an exquisite variety of chocolates. Our fine varieties are made from the finest cacao beans and organic ingredients and are sustainably produced. Enjoy the delicious chocolate alternatives in our online shop and experience a first-class taste.

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