About Us
About Us
Welcome to Valley Isle Chocolate, a bean-to-bar chocolate company established in 2021 on the island of Maui. Valley Isle Chocolate is a family business that we started in our home kitchen. After long years of friendship and living and working apart, we all followed a dream of living on Maui to enjoy the natural beauty of the island and work with plants and food. We began experimenting with small batches of chocolate made simply by hard work and fine ingredients. At Valley Isle Chocolate, we are passionate about crafting premium chocolate that showcases the unique flavors of Hawaiian cacao and ingredients. We are currently sourcing new and exciting cacao origins and planting an orchard in Hana.
Our Chocolate
We take pride in using only the finest ingredients to create our chocolate. Our chocolate has it's foundation in the rich, aromatic cacao beans that we source from Hawaii and around the world. Each step in our process is meticulously handled to ensure the highest quality. Our bean-to-bar process allows us to maintain complete control over the production. We roast, refine and temper all our cacao and chocolate in small batches, ensuring that every bite of our chocolate is a true reflection of the dedication and love we pour into our craft.
Family-Owned and Community-Focused
As a family-owned business, we believe in the power of community and the importance of supporting local businesses. Our sales have grown from the seed of local support selling at the Kō Mahi'ai Mākeke Farmers Market in Kihei to over 50 stores around Hawaii and Mainland USA. As we grow, our roots in Maui inspire us to give back and contribute to the community that has nurtured us. We are dedicated to sustainable practices and fostering relationships with growers based in Hawaii to ensure that our chocolate not only delights the senses but also helps to support the well-being of our island home.
Our Commitment
Quality and community are the pillars of Valley Isle Chocolate. Our commitment to excellence means that we never compromise on the quality of our ingredients or our production process. By choosing Valley Isle Chocolate, you are supporting a local business that values tradition, sustainability, and the vibrant spirit of Hawaii. We hope you love Valley Isle Chocolate as much as we do. Mahalo Nui Loa!
Meet the Founders
Samual Schwartzkopf, Susan Schwartzkopf and Sam Phillips are the founding members of Valley Isle Chocolate.