François Pralus
Indulge in the remarkable tastes of François Pralus, where each bar embodies a dedication to exceptional quality and artisanal expertise.
François Pralus Chocolate from France
Looking for something new and exciting to try when it comes to your favorite treat? Pralus chocolate features the rich flavors and creamy texture that you love. Using only the finest cocoa ingredients, Pralus has developed delicious and creative chocolates that are sure to please your refined palate. These French chocolates are absolutely sublime with every bite. Whether you want something to tantalize your taste buds or a sweet and thoughtful gift for a loved one, you’re sure to love these delicious chocolate products.
François Pralus's Bean-To-Bar Process
Crafting Excellence
At François Pralus, the journey from bean to bar is a personal endeavor led by François, a pioneer in the bean-to-bar movement. Their chocolate is made from carefully chosen beans sourced from around fifteen tropical countries, which are taken to the Roanne reserves. Each type of bean is kept separate to highlight its unique flavors and characteristics shaped by the local environment and the skill of the growers, all brought together by the artistry of the master chocolatier. François believes that a chocolate formulation of 75 percent is ideal for truly appreciating the distinct qualities of each bean. When the beans arrive at the factory, they undergo a detailed processing routine tailored to their specific quality, whether from the robust trinitario or the more delicate criollo. The process starts with roasting, which unlocks the cocoa’s flavors and requires a careful, gentle touch, as François notes, customizing the method for each bean type and blend. After roasting, the beans are peeled, crushed, and ground before sugar and cocoa butter are added, followed by a thorough refining process that shapes the chocolate bars. François Pralus describes this as real chocolate, a couverture type that is essential for pastry chefs and chocolatiers creating exquisite treats.
Distinctive Flavor Profiles
High Quality Cocoa
François Pralus invests in premium cacao to ensure it is grown organically while safeguarding biodiversity and preserving genetic variation, all while providing fair wages to cacao growers. These growers are dedicated to maintaining healthy ecosystems through their farming practices, which support a rich diversity of plants and animals in the cultivation areas, fostering both habitat and biodiversity.
Exotic Origins
François Pralus brings out the unique flavor of each cocoa origin, all designed to celebrate the richness of cacao and offer a truly memorable tasting experience. Without using lecithins nor additives, the natural aromas of each cocoa origin shines through each taste.
Unique Flavors
François Pralus uses flavors from the vast landscapes of the world to encapsulate a unique taste into their chocolate.
What Our Customers Are Saying
François Pralus Mélissa 45% Milk Chocolate Bar
“I like the dark chocolate bars, but this milk chocolate is one of my favorite, highly recommended!”
François Pralus Ghana 75% Dark Chocolate Bar
“This is our preferred pralus. Everyone looks for different things. Has the right balance of richness, creamy ness, bitterness, and sweet for my husband and I. Seems closest to the Chuao to us among the other selections.”
François Pralus Fortissima 80% Dark Chocolate Bar
“This is without a doubt my favorite chocolate bar on earth. It’s perfection: soft, creamy, not too sweet, not too bitter. Just perfect.”
Indulge in François Pralus's Exquisite Selection
Immerse yourself in the exquisite tastes and distinctive characteristics of François Pralus Chocolate. Enhance your palate with their meticulously crafted bars, each one reflecting a legacy of craftsmanship and excellence across all cocoa origins. Indulge yourself or select a thoughtful gift for someone special.
