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One of my highlights of 2010 was having a Thorntons factory tour but also getting the opportunity to have a good chat with their Master Chocolatier Keith Hurdman who is not only a fanstastically talented chocolatier, but also an absolutely fantastic bloke too!
Keith was brought in to bring Thorntons into the 21st century and increase the appear of the brand to a younger generation. I’d say he’s done a grand job. Thorntons have introduced their blocks which include some single origin lines as well as some flavours that many may not be familiar with such as their tonka bar. Keith has also introduced the new Thorntons Continentals which are outstanding value for money.
This certainly isn’t the best milk chocolate they’ve produced, but I still enjoyed the sharp flavours. The lemon and sea salt did work well together and make the inherent chocolate flavour stand out more. I’d love to try a 50% version of this bar to see what the salt could do with the darker tones.
Read moreI can’t say these truffles are my most favourite I’ve ever tried purely because they’re very sweet. I prefer them to be more creamy and have less sugar.
Read moreIf size matters for you and you’ve got to find the biggest box of chocolates on the high street then you should take a look at these. I found them too sweet to consume in any great quantity, but I’m sure most people will love them.
Read moreIf you love sweet, flavoured milk chocolate that you can easily get hold of, then you’ve got to try this Bakewell Tart milk chocolate bar from Thorntons.
Read moreWhen one things of white chocolate I’m sure many would think of an intense sugar and vanilla flavour. But with this bar that combination of flavours is kept to a minimum. Instead there is a fresh earthiness to it which was very pleasant.
Read moreThorntons have had a number of Profits Warnings in the recent past and their new CEO Janathan Hart has plans to turn the company around. Here’s my take on his strategic review.
Read moreIt may be a bit rich for many people, but if you’d appreciate a chocolate alcoholic tipple then I think this should be the one to try!
Read moreThorntons have become a company that people love to be ambivalent about. That’s a shame as many people won’t be interested in seeing what they’ve got to offer. Their Academy of Chocolate Awards should be a reason for people to reassess what they think of Thorntons.
Read moreThe Thorntons Coconut & Lime White Chocolate Bar is actually one of the best white chocolate bars I’ve tasted in a good while. There’s no major sweetness and the lime flavour plays a significant enough role to really appeal to me.
Read moreA nice little email has come through, and I’m sure all other people that have bought stuff from them would
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