Chocolate has long been a familiar delight found on supermarket shelves and in every convenience store. Yet, true chocolate - one that honors the natural flavor of cacao rather than masking it with sugar and additives - is much rarer. In recent years, Vietnamese chocolate has carved out its own identity: artisanal, refined, and proudly local. From fertile cacao farms to the skilled hands of passionate chocolatiers, each bar tells a story of origin, craftsmanship, and devotion.
Savall
Born in Da Nang under the vision of Victor Ceano Savall, a fifth-generation Spanish chocolatier, Savall harmonizes European tradition with Vietnamese ingredients. The brand preserves its family recipes while embracing local produce such as cacao, tropical fruits, and nuts. What sets Savall apart is its focus on experience and customization - offering everything from simple bars to sculpted chocolate art pieces and even personalized designs. This creative fusion of European mastery and Vietnamese inspiration makes Savall a standout name along Vietnam’s central coast.
Marou
When it comes to Vietnamese chocolate, Marou is an undisputed pioneer. Founded in 2011, Marou was among Asia’s first bean-to-bar producers, controlling every step from cacao selection and roasting to molding. The brand sources beans from six southern provinces, each imparting its own regional character and flavor profile. Beyond taste, Marou is known for its exquisite packaging - a perfect balance between minimalism and sophistication. Its refined design and meticulous craftsmanship have allowed Marou to naturally gain global recognition as a symbol of Vietnamese excellence.
Stone Hill
For true chocolate purists, Stone Hill represents the authentic “tree-to-bar” philosophy. Based in Dong Nai, this brand grows its own cacao on a sustainable farm and oversees every step of the process - from cultivation and fermentation to handcrafting the final product. Each bar captures the pure, natural essence of Vietnamese cacao. Despite its exceptional quality and thoughtful packaging, Stone Hill remains relatively quiet in the digital space, suggesting room for stronger storytelling to match its product excellence.
The Cocoa Project
Celebrated for its deep respect for Vietnamese cacao, The Cocoa Project takes pride in creating chocolate that reflects local flavor and character. Rather than conforming to international tastes, it focuses on developing products suited to Vietnamese palates while honoring the farmers who nurture the beans. The result is a collection of chocolates infused with native notes - from tropical fruits like longan, mango, and passion fruit to local herbs and spices. Guided by its warm tagline, “Chocolate for everyone,” The Cocoa Project aims to cultivate a culture of chocolate appreciation across Vietnam.
Chocolaterie: Park Hyatt Saigon
Inside one of Saigon’s most elegant hotels, Chocolaterie by Park Hyatt elevates chocolate-making to a fine art. Every bonbon, truffle, and handcrafted bar is a product of precision and passion. The boutique offers nine signature bonbon flavors, whimsical marshmallow bears for children, and vividly colored artisan chocolate bars for adventurous palates. Those who seek silky richness will find satisfaction in the delicate truffles - each bite a refined balance of sweetness and texture, true to the Park Hyatt spirit of craftsmanship and luxury.
Alluvia Chocolate
Founded by cacao farmers themselves, Alluvia Chocolate embodies a heartfelt connection to Vietnam’s agricultural roots. Blending high-quality cacao with local ingredients, Alluvia creates uniquely Vietnamese flavors such as coconut flower nectar from Sokfarm in Tra Vinh or the aromatic touch of mac khen pepper from the northern highlands. Its packaging is equally remarkable, hand-painted designs depicting landscapes, people, and cultural heritage from across the country. Each bar of Alluvia chocolate is both a treat and a tribute to Vietnam’s land and identity.
Vietnam’s premium chocolate industry is still young but quickly gaining recognition worldwide. These artisanal brands are not only redefining local craftsmanship but also telling a story of how Vietnam’s soil, people, and creativity come together - one bar of chocolate at a time.
