14 June 2019 LONDON—Five Philippine chocolate brands harvested a total of 24 awards across various categories in the 2019 Academy of Chocolate Awards.
Auro Chocolate, Dalareich Food Products, Malagos Agri-Ventures Corporation, MS3 Agri-Ventures, and Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates impressed more than 100 expert judges who make up the panel. This year’s board of judges include leading chocolatiers and some of the UK’s most prominent food writers and bloggers.
“The recognition given to Philippine chocolates over the years shows that Philippine chocolates are indeed world class,” said Ambassador Antonio M. Lagdameo.
Over a thousand entries from close to 50 countries were marked for appearance, depth of aroma and flavor, length, and complexity over a rigorous 25 session judging process stretching for 12 weeks.
“Purity and sustainability of ingredients remain paramount considerations for the Academy,” said Marie-Pierre Moine, board member and awards ambassador.
The Academy of Chocolate awards was launched in 2005 and is considered the Oscar Awards for chocolates.
Below is a summary of the awards won by the different Philippine chocolate brands this year:
| Brand | Category | Product | Award |
| Auro Chocolate | Tree to Bar | 0% Dark Chocolate — Saloy Origin | Silver |
| Auro Chocolate | Tree to Bar | 70% Dark Chocolate — Tupi Origin | Silver |
| Auro Chocolate | Tree to Bar | 70% Dark Chocolate – Paquibato Origin | Bronze |
| Auro Chocolate | Bean to Bar Seasoned | 64% Dark Chocolate with Cacao Nibs | Bronze |
| Auro Chocolate | Milk Bean to Bar Flavoured | 42% Milk Chocolate with Cacao Nibs | Bronze |
| Auro Chocolate | White Bean to Bar Flavoured | 32% Mango White Chocolate with Pili Nut | Bronze |
| Auro Chocolate | White Bean to Bar Flavoured | 32 % Moringa White Chocolate with Pinipig | Bronze |
| Auro Chocolate | Drinking Chocolate – Plain, for Milk-Based Drinks | 100% Cacao Unsweetened Chocolate | Gold |
| Auro Chocolate | Spreads – Caramel, Fruit, Milk Chocolate Spreads | Roasted White Chocolate with Cashew Spread | Bronze |
| Auro Chocolate | Packaging – Bar Wrappers | Bronze | |
| MS3 Agri-Ventures | Bean to Bar Flavoured | MS3 BONHOC with Cashew and Coffee Granules | Bronze |
| MS3 Agri-Ventures | Drinking Chocolate – Plain, for Water Emulsion | MS3 100% Dark Chocolate Cacao Tablet | Bronze |
| MS3 Agri-Ventures | Drinking Chocolate, Flavoured | MS3 BONHOC with Cashew and Coffee Granules | Silver |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Bean to Bar Flavoured | 65% Dark Chocolate with Black Sesame, Cashew & Pili | Bronze |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Bean to Bar Flavoured | 65% Dark Chocolate with Green Mango & Salt | Bronze |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Bean to Bar Flavoured | 65% Dark Chocolate with Labuyo | Bronze |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Milk Bean to Bar Flavoured | Milk Chocolate Adobo | Bronze |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Milk Bean to Bar Flavoured | Milk Chocolate with Pili Nuts & Pinipig | Bronze |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Drinking Chocolate – Plain, for Water Emulsion | Choco Tea | Silver |
| Theo and Philo Artisan Chocolates | Drinking Chocolate – Plain, for Milk-Based Drinks | Dark Hot Chocolate | Gold |
| Malagos Agri-Ventures Corporation | Filled Chocolates – Plain Truffle | 72% Dark Chocolate Ganache | Bronze |
| Malagos Agri-Ventures Corporation | Filled Chocolates – Alcohol Ganache | Rum Praline | Bronze |
| Malagos Agri-Ventures Corporation | Filled Chocolates – Panned and Enrobed Fruit and Nuts |
Almonds in Couverture Dark Chocolate
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Bronze |
| Dalareich Food Products | Drinking Chocolate – Plain, for Milk-Based Drinks | Dalareich 100% Unsweetened Chocolate | Gold |
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