Green & Black's is a chocolate brand founded in the UK in 1991. The brand is known for its organic and Fairtrade chocolate products, including bars, truffles, and hot chocolate.
- The company was founded in 1991 by Craig Sams and Jo Fairley.
- The name 'Green & Black's' was chosen to reflect the company's emphasis on organic and Fairtrade products.
- In 2005, Green & Black's was sold to Cadbury Schweppes.
- In 2010, Cadbury was acquired by Kraft Foods.
- In 2012, Green & Black's launched a more premium range called 'Thin' which is 30% thinner than the original bars and includes a variety of new flavours.
- Today, Green & Black's is owned by Mondelez International.
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Green & Black's offers a range of organic chocolate bars in different flavours, including 70% dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate.
Green & Black's offers a range of truffles in different flavours, including dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and salted caramel.
Green & Black's offers a range of organic hot chocolate mixes, including milk chocolate and dark chocolate varieties.
Some Green & Black's products are vegan, including the dark chocolate bars and the hot chocolate mixes. However, some of the milk chocolate products include ingredients like milk powder or butterfat, so it's best to check the ingredients list.
All Green & Black's chocolate is Fairtrade certified, which means they ensure that the farmers are paid fairly and that their workers have safe working conditions.
Green & Black's chocolate products are widely available in supermarkets and online retailers.
The Thin bars are 30% thinner than the original bars, which makes them easier to break and share. They also come in a range of new flavours, like salted caramel and hazelnut.
Most Green & Black's chocolate products are gluten-free, although some of the bars may contain traces of gluten due to cross-contamination during processing. It's best to check the ingredients list and allergen information on each product.