FAQ

What is this white stuff on my Coffolate?

While I take every step to avoid it, you may find a whitish coating on the surface of your Coffolate.  This is called bloom, and is just the separation and recrystallization of cocoa butter usually caused by storing in a high temperature and/or high humidity environment.  It is only a cosmetic issue and is perfectly safe to eat.  To avoid, I recommend storing your Coffolate in a cool, dry, and dark place.  Learn more here:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chocolate_bloom

 

How much caffeine is in Coffolate?

Caffeine content in coffee can vary widely due to many different factors so it is hard to estimate in milligrams, so I like to compare to the beverages they are inspired by: 

The Dark Espresso bar has the most caffeine and is roughly equivalent to one shot of espresso. 

The Vanilla Latte is in the middle and is roughly equivalent to one strong cup of coffee.  This is also used as the base for the Mochaccino Crunch, Caramel Macchiato, Hazelnut Cream, and Coffee & Donuts flavors. 

The Protein Shake has the least amount of caffeine and is roughly equivalent to a small or weak cup of coffee. 

 

Do you only sell Coffolate bars?

For now.  Coming soon is a hazelnut coffee spread (gianduja), as well as tea and other non-coffee flavored bars.  Sign up to my mailing list for updates!

 

Where do you source your ingredients from?

As a small startup, I use many different sources and they are likely to change as I grow.  I always strive to source the highest quality ingredients from supply chains with high ethical standards, however.  While none of my products are currently certified, I always try to use free-trade, organic, vegan, and non-GMO ingredients with minimal processing when available.  I also promise to never knowingly purchase from any supplier that engages in slavery or human trafficking (which is a major problem in the chocolate industry, learn more here: https://www.slavefreechocolate.org/), and will immediately cease relations if I learn any are doing so.    

 

Why do you only sell in Colorado?

As a Cottage Food producer, my sales are restricted to Colorado only by law.  I am hoping to open a GMP facility soon which would allow me to sell anywhere.  Please join my mailing list for updates (I promise never to spam you). 

 

What is a Cottage Food?

In 2012, the Colorado legislature enacted the Colorado Cottage Foods Act, allowing limited types of food products that are non-potentially hazardous (do not require refrigeration for safety) to be sold directly to consumers without licensing or inspections.  Find our more here: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/dehs/cottage-foods

While these products are made in my home, I have been trained in food handling and have a lot of experience working in commercial kitchens and GMP certified manufacturing facilities, so you can trust that they are made with care.  On a personal note, when I was 8 years old I contracted a chronic digestive disorder from food poisoning, so I take food safety very seriously! 

 

Do you sell wholesale?

Thank you for your interest!  I do not offer wholesale at the moment, but please feel free to let me know that you are interested by using my contact form and I will let you know if and when that changes.