Premieum 86% cocoa

Expectation:
Another of the group premium from Freia. I like Freia, I like dark chocolate so I probably will like this one.


First impression:
The wrapping is standard for the premium group, it's

Wrapping: 4


How does it look?
The chocolate has decent large pieces that you can share easily or just grab for yourself. It looks classic and nice.

Appearance: 4



Is it yum-yum?
It's a nice dark chocolate and even if I can understand that for some this is not just over the top but far far away from theire %-limit I like it. No surprise.

Taste: 4


Did I need one more?
Yup, but you do not need a third or fourth.

Frequency: 3


Does it cost your shirt?
The premiums cost a bit more than the standard and if you find the one you like you will get value for the money.

Value for money: 4


Final statement:
It kept what I expected so of course I was happy after tasting it. I will probably buy this again later sometime, I haven't forgotten it and will look for it if I am in the store and want to buy a chocolate my friends won't be to tempted to take away from me.

Total score: 19/30

Ecuador - failing to live up to expectations

Expectation:
70% - now this should leave a strong taste in my mouth! The nice wrapping and also having the word "Belgian" written on it makes this one that have to impress.


First impression:
The outside makes you just look at it and think "I've seen it before, but at least you try". But then when you open the nice paper wrapping you notice they have done more than the average one. Having the name Ecuador on it on the outside and on the inside have a map, information about Ecuador and a description of what to expect from it. I like it!

Wrapping: 5









How does it look?
It looks stylish, but not going overboard trying to make it into something exclusive. Also it is not boring and does not have the name on it. So if you have friends that do not like to try anything foreign, then you can surprise them with this one.

Appearance: 3

Is it yum-yum?
I actually forgot what it tasted like at the first try. I remembered it to be dark and nice, but hmm... This one as well miss the little kick to make your mouth water right away. The taste also does not fill your whole mouth. I expected more. Nice, but a bit disappointing even if I knew I was going to have to great expectations. The wrapping says "surprising character" and "unique flavor and aroma". I found nothing of this. The aroma is not noticeable even!

Taste: 3


Did I need one more?
I had to take one more to answer the question above properly, and that is not good enough. Forgetting what it tastes right away after tasting it makes you forget it the next time. This one will not be one of my favorites even if it was nice.

Frequency: 2


Does it cost your shirt?
It cost a bit more than the average, but consider before you buy it. Do you want to pay money for a nice one, or do you want to pay a bit extra for a good one! Price is higher than what I should say, but I won't buy this again and I think I prefer other chocolates that I have. Your kids will throw this one away and ask for something more, and your friends will go back to old favorites so prepare to eat it alone (for some people that is actually a great thing!).

Price: 3


Final statement:
Nice wrapping and ok chocolate, but impress your friends and treat yourself with something better. The score is only as 'high' as 16 due to the wrapping, and remember we prefer to eat the chocolate rather than look at the wrapping ;-)


Total score: 16 (out of 30)
Average score: 3,2

ION - Ghana 60% - nothing special but good

Expectation:
I like trying new chocolate where it has a name of outside Europe. Also I like dark chocolate very much so Ghana had to be on my list. Note: This is not a fairtrade chocolate. I expect a strong and good dark taste, but as it is 60% it will probably not have a long aftertaste.


First impression:
The wrapping is very standard, and hence nothing special when you first look at it. Open it and you see a aluminum protection, and that is always positive. It makes the chocolate stay good for a longer period.

Wrapping: 3








How does it look?
The look is as standard as the wrapping. ION nicely written on the chocolate and nothing scary or unexpected.


Appearance: 3



Is it yum-yum?
If you like dark chocolate you also like to have a good longlasting strong taste in your mouth. This one goes out of the starting blocks at once, and it stays. But keeping this in your mouth does not give the expected long lasting great taste. Don't get me wrong, I like the taste, but this is not worth keeping in minute after minute.

Taste: 4


Did I need one more?
When it comes to chocolate you of course want one more. You almost feel like you should never think one is enough. This one won't fullfill all your dreams at the first try, and neither will it on the second. Take one more if you like, but do not expect the sequal to be anything else other than the first one in a bit more boring version.

Frequency: 3


Does it cost your shirt?
This is not expensive, but it tries to stand out of a crowd a bit. Bought it in Greece and it was not expensive, but it won't be the cheap one you need if you have little or no money.

Price: 4


Final statement:
Tried it, like it, but not preferred over other similar chocolates.


Total score: 17 (out of 30)
Average score: 3,4

Boca - premium chocolate with premium taste

Expectation:
The box looks rather outstanding and it stands out from most standard chocolates. It's a dark chocolate that really gives an expectation that it will be full of flavor.


First impression:
The wrapping is quite good. It makes the chocolate look a bit exclusive, but not over the top. Also it clearly is a wrapping looking to tempt adults and not kids. It is also wrapped in silver paper making the chocolate look fresh.

Wrapping: 5


How does it look?
The follows the exclusive look. It has probably been designed to look classic and it succeeds. Standard classic but nice.

Appearance: 4


Is it yum-yum?
Do not eat it all right away but let the chocolate melt in your mouth for the best long lasting taste and you won't be dissapointed. Enjoy it while eating it and it will last even after you have swallowed it. 70% is just enough for a strong dark taste while not losing the sence of being a chocolate for everyone.

Taste: 5


Did I need one more?
You can take one more, or you can stop. It is a good chocolate to have with your coffee or tea, or as an after dinner delight. It's for grown-ups wanting to enjoy one chocolate, the real chocoholics will prefer an other alternative.

Frequency: 3


Does it cost your shirt?
The look is exclusive and the price follows the image. This chocolate is for the special occations or if you have a bit too much money.

Price: 2 (not far away from the very special)


Final statement:
This chocolate does not dissapoint if you like it dark. But is not the alternative for does who like it really dark or only milk chocolate. It's for the mid range and most people will enjoy it and be pleased.


Total score: 19 (out of 30)