The Best Costa Rican Chocolate to Buy Online
For a gift, I'd go with the Britt dark chocolate bark 3-pack. Dark fans should try the Gourmet Fields 82% bar, milder palates the MYZO milk bar, and bakers the El Gusto 100% cacao powder. Each pick links to Amazon so you can check the price.
My picks at a glance
| Type | Pick | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Gift | Britt Dark Chocolate Bark 3-Pack | Someone who likes fruity dark chocolate |
| Dark | Gourmet Fields Extra Dark 82% | High-percentage fans |
| Milk | MYZO 48% Milk Chocolate | Gentler palates |
| No dairy | MYZO 48% Oat Milk Chocolate | People who skip dairy |
| Flavored | Gourmet Fields Dark with Pink Himalayan Salt | Salty-sweet lovers |
| Nostalgic candy | Gallito Tapitas | Costa Rica fans who miss the candy aisle |
| Baking | El Gusto 100% Cacao Powder | Bakers and hot-cocoa makers |
For gifting
Britt Dark Chocolate Bark 3-Pack, 70% Cacao (4.7 oz each)
Who it suits: Good for gifting, with three flavors in one pack.
- Chia, passion fruit and goji; quinoa, cranberries and cacao nibs; and almonds, guava and coconut.
- Crafted in Costa Rica, per the listing.
What to check on the listing: the three flavors and the nut notes.
MYZO 70% Dark Chocolate Bars, Bundle of 3
Who it suits: Good for gifting to a dark-chocolate fan.
- Three 70% dark bars made with Costa Rican cacao from the Talamanca region. Made in Ukraine.
- The listing calls it a gift and describes it as vegan.
What to check on the listing: which bars come in the bundle and the "made in" line.
More ideas are in the gift-ready picks.
For dark chocolate fans
Gourmet Fields Extra Dark Bean to Bar Chocolate, 82% Cacao (70 g)
Who it suits: For high-percentage fans who like it dark and not too sweet.
- Made in Costa Rica with Costa Rican Trinitario cacao.
- Bean to bar, from a Costa Rican maker.
What to check on the listing: the cacao % and that Gourmet Fields is named as the maker.
MYZO 70% Dark Chocolate Bar, Single Origin Costa Rica Matina Cacao
Who it suits: For dark-chocolate fans who want a classic bar with nothing extra.
- Made with Costa Rican cacao from the Matina area. The bar itself is made in Ukraine.
- The listing says bean to bar, direct trade, no soy lecithin and no palm oil.
What to check on the listing: the cacao %, the ingredient list and the "made in" line.
See all the Costa Rican dark chocolate picks.
Milk chocolate picks
These are for gentler palates and anyone who likes it creamy.
MYZO 48% Milk Chocolate Bar, Single Origin Costa Rica Cacao
Who it suits: For gentler palates and anyone who likes it creamy and sweeter.
- A 48% milk chocolate made with Costa Rican cacao. Made in Ukraine.
- The listing says no soy lecithin and no palm oil.
What to check on the listing: the ingredient list and allergen notes.
MYZO 48% Oat Milk Chocolate Bar, Single Origin Costa Rica Cacao
Who it suits: Good for someone who skips dairy but still wants a milk-style bar.
- Made with oat milk instead of cow's milk, and the listing says it has no dairy.
- Made with Costa Rican cacao. Made in Ukraine.
What to check on the listing: the ingredient list and allergen notes.
Flavored bars
Flavors here are named only the way each listing names them.
Gourmet Fields Dark Bean to Bar Chocolate with Pink Himalayan Salt (70 g)
Who it suits: For anyone who loves salty-sweet chocolate.
- Dark chocolate with pink Himalayan salt, made in Costa Rica with Costa Rican Trinitario cacao.
What to check on the listing: the cacao % and the ingredient list.
MYZO 70% Dark Chocolate with Whole Hazelnuts
Who it suits: For dark-chocolate fans who like a nutty crunch.
- 70% dark chocolate with whole hazelnuts, made with Costa Rican cacao. Made in Ukraine.
What to check on the listing: the nut and allergen notes.
MYZO 70% Dark Chocolate with Raspberry
Who it suits: For someone who likes fruit with their dark chocolate.
- 70% dark chocolate with raspberry, made with Costa Rican cacao. Made in Ukraine.
What to check on the listing: the ingredient list.
MYZO 70% Dark Chocolate with Lavender
Who it suits: For curious tasters who want something a little different.
- 70% dark chocolate with lavender, made with Costa Rican cacao. Made in Ukraine.
What to check on the listing: the ingredient list.
Britt Chocolate Bark with Chia, Passion Fruit & Goji, 70% Dark (4.7 oz)
Who it suits: For snackers who like fruit and seeds in their chocolate.
- 70% dark chocolate bark with chia, passion fruit and goji, made in Costa Rica.
- The listing says vegan and non-GMO, and that it has no gluten.
What to check on the listing: the ingredient list and package size.
Classic Costa Rican candy
Gallito is the candy many people remember from trips to Costa Rica. It's everyday sweets, not craft chocolate, and that's part of the fun.
Gallito Traditional Costa Rican Tapitas with Peanut, Caramel and Chocolate (pack of 5)
Who it suits: For a nostalgic Costa Rican treat or a small add-on gift.
- A classic Gallito candy with peanut, caramel and chocolate. Everyday candy, not craft chocolate.
What to check on the listing: the peanut and allergen notes.
Gallito Assorted Costa Rican Chocolates: Milan, Morenito, Tapita, Guayabita (4 pack)
Who it suits: For Costa Rica fans who miss the candy aisle back there.
- This is everyday mass-market candy from Gallito, a Costa Rican candy maker since 1909, not craft chocolate.
- Morenito is a hard caramel, not chocolate.
What to check on the listing: the pack contents and the ingredient list.
For baking and hot cocoa
El Gusto 100% Cacao Powder, Costa Rica Origin (7 oz)
Who it suits: For baking and for making your own hot cocoa just the way you like it.
- 100% cacao powder with no sugar added, from a Costa Rican company.
- The listing says Costa Rica origin.
What to check on the listing: that the size and percentage match what you want.
El Gusto Cocoa Powder, 50% Cocoa with Cane Sugar (1 lb)
Who it suits: For hot cocoa and easy baking, with sugar already mixed in.
- 50% cocoa with cane sugar, Dutch processed, from a Costa Rican company.
What to check on the listing: the cocoa % and the size.
There's more in the cacao and cocoa powder guide.
How to choose Costa Rican chocolate
- Cacao %: a higher number usually tastes less sweet and more intense.
- Single-origin: the cacao comes from one place. See what single-origin means.
- Made in vs. made with: some bars are made in Costa Rica, others are made elsewhere with Costa Rican cacao. The listing tells you which.
- Ingredients and size: check for nuts, dairy and the package size.
Buying Costa Rican chocolate on Amazon: what to check
- The brand name on the listing matches the brand you want.
- The "made in" or origin line says what you expect.
- The delivery options and shipping notes at checkout.
These links go to amazon.com, and shoppers in Canada can use the same links. Delivery options depend on the item, so check them at checkout.
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FAQ
Is Costa Rican chocolate good?
Taste is personal, but Costa Rica has its own craft makers, and some use Trinitario cacao grown there. Read the who-it-suits line on each pick to find one you'll like.
Where can I buy Costa Rican chocolate in the US?
Several Costa Rican chocolate bars, cocoa powders and candies are listed on Amazon. Check each listing for the brand, origin and delivery options.
Is Costa Rica known for chocolate?
It is becoming known for it. Costa Rica has craft makers such as Sibú and Nahua, and a chocolate and cacao association, ICACAO, that Sibú helped found. Read more in the cacao guide.
How do I know a chocolate is really from Costa Rica?
Check the listing for the brand, the origin or made-in line, and the ingredient list. Some bars are made in Costa Rica, while others are made elsewhere with Costa Rican cacao.