2026 Hilo Chocolate Festival
Saturday May 9, 2026
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

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

First Place - Leleaka Chocolate

1st place - Leleaka Chocolate

2nd place - Kokoleka Puna LLC

3rd place - R.I.M.S.


Category: Milk Chocolate

First Place - Leleaka Chocolate

1st place - Leleaka Chocolate

2nd place - Puna Chocolate Company

3rd place - Ola Cacao


Category: Chocolate with Inclusions

First Place - R.I.M.S.

1st place - R.I.M.S.

2nd place - Leleaka Chocolate

3rd place - Ola Cacao

 

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