What's the difference between Supermarket Chocolate and Handmade Chocolate?
Are you on the lookout for original handmade chocolate gifts – but the chocolate aisle in the supermarket simply doesn’t cut it anymore?
If you’ve ever found yourself scanning the shelves at your local store and thinking, “It all looks the same…”, you’re not wrong. Supermarket chocolate serves a purpose – it's quick and cheap. But when it comes to gifting, treating loved ones, or indulging yourself after a long week, the difference between supermarket chocolate and handmade chocolate is night and day.
At Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium, we create chocolate that means something – for those who care about quality, originality, and British-made gifts. So, what sets us apart from the mass-produced bars you find in stores? Let’s unwrap the difference.
1. Ingredients That Make a Statement
Supermarket chocolate is often made using bulk-produced ingredients, artificial flavourings, and fillers that put profit before pleasure.
Our handmade chocolates, on the other hand, are crafted using high-quality, ethically sourced ingredients. Think rich, velvety cacao, and natural infusions like mixed fruits or Cornish sea salt fudge. We believe every bite should taste like it was made just for you – because it was.
2. Crafted by a Real British Chocolate Maker
Behind every bar and individual chocolate is a real person. Our chocolate is made in small batches by artisans who truly care – no machines churning out thousands of identical bars a minute.
We’re proud to be a British chocolate maker, creating each treat with care and character from our small kitchen in Ilfracombe. We know you love to discover the story behind a product – and we’re always happy to share exactly how we make our chocolates and where they come from.
3. A Gifting Experience That’s Anything but Ordinary
If you’re sending a gift to a friend, daughter, or treating yourself (because you deserve it), supermarket chocolate feels like an afterthought.
Our chocolates are designed to impress.
From luxury chocolate gift recyclable packaging to elegant, hand-tied paper ribbons and personalised notes, every order is gift-ready. We know you're busy – so we’ve made sure our quality chocolate gift delivery is fast and reliable, right to your door.
4. Shop Local Artisan Food Online – Effortlessly
You love exploring local artisan food online and supporting British makers. But we know you don’t have time to trawl through endless websites. That’s why our online shop is curated to be simple, beautiful, and information-rich – with everything you need to choose the perfect treat or gift in minutes.
Looking for something specific? Or allergen aware… Just send us a message – we’ll get back to you quickly, with a personal touch. No bots, no waiting.
5. Because You Deserve Better
You work hard, you show up for your family, and you know good food when you taste it. Choosing handmade chocolate over supermarket brands isn’t about snobbery – it’s about knowing your worth, and choosing gifts that reflect the same.
Whether it’s for a birthday, a thank you, or just a moment of “me time,” our chocolate is made for busy people who love great food and great company.
Ready to Taste the Difference?
Browse our full collection of chocolate gifts for busy people – all made with love, delivered fast, and wrapped beautifully.
👉 Shop Local Artisan Food Online
👉 Quality Chocolate Gift Delivery
👉 Discover a British Chocolate Maker You’ll Love
With love from the North Devon coast,
Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
Because gifting should feel as good as receiving. 💝