2026 Hilo Chocolate Festival
People's Choice Winners
Festival participants voted for their favorite chocolate in three categories: dark chocolate, milk chocolate and chocolate with inclusions (added flavors, nuts, nibs, fruit, etc.).
The East Hawaii Cacao Association congratulates the People's Choice favorites from the 2026 festival. Thank you to all who participated in the ballot.
Category: Dark Chocolate
1st place - Leleaka Chocolate
2nd place - Kokoleka Puna LLC
3rd place - R.I.M.S.
Category: Milk Chocolate
1st place - Leleaka Chocolate
2nd place - Puna Chocolate Company
3rd place - Ola Cacao
Category: Chocolate with Inclusions
1st place - R.I.M.S.
2nd place - Leleaka Chocolate
3rd place - Ola Cacao
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