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

2025 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 2025 festival. Thank you to all who participated in the ballot.

Category: Dark Chocolate

First Place - Mauna Kea Cacao

1st place - Mauna Kea Cacao

2nd place - Hakalau Chocolate

3rd place - Leleaka Chocolate


Category: Milk Chocolate

First Place - Leleaka Chocolate

1st place - Leleaka Chocolate

2nd place - Puna Chocolate

3rd place - Lavaloha


Category: Chocolate with Inclusions

First Place - Leleaka Chocolate

1st place - Leleaka Chocolate

2nd place - Hakalau Chocolate

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

 

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