(Burlington, VT) Lake Champlain Chocolates (LCC), a gourmet Vermont chocolate maker, has introduced a limited-edition gift box of Old World Truffles. The new line is available exclusively at company-owned LCC retail stores in Vermont and by mail order (1-800-465-5909 and www.lakechamplainchocolates.com). Made in small batches from the finest all-natural ingredients, Lake Champlain Chocolates are carefully crafted by chocolatiers who are fanatical about creating chocolates with the honest individuality, charm, quality, and freshness which are synonymous with the spirit of Vermont .
“Inspired by ingredients and cultures from around the globe,” explained Jim Lampman, founder and president of LCC, “Old World Truffles offer serious indulgence for discerning chocolate lovers, rewarding them with complex, sophisticated taste combinations.”
Old World Truffle Flavors:
Spiced Sumatran (Indonesia) - roasted Sumatran coffee infused in dark chocolate ganache, with a hint of lemon.
Fresh Mint (Europe) - garden fresh mint blended with dark chocolate ganache.
Aztec (South America) - cayenne, cinnamon & vanilla in dark chocolate ganache, with citrus undertones.
Orange Cardamom (Middle East) - cardamom in dark chocolate ganache, with candied orange zest.
Raspberry Pink Peppercorn (Asia) - spicy-sweet pink peppercorn & raspberry essence in milk & dark chocolate ganache.
This special release of limited-edition Old World Truffles is showcased in a 25-piece assortment featuring five of each of the five flavors. They are available from October through December 2005, while supplies last.
Lake Champlain Chocolates offers sweet indulgences that capture the essence of Vermont, the tradition of making fine chocolate, and the pride that goes into each bite. Preservative-free and Kosher-certified, Lake Champlain Chocolates are crafted in small batches from the finest quality Belgian chocolate and select natural ingredients including local Vermont cream, sweet butter, maple syrup, and honey. Lake Champlain Chocolates are available online at www.lakechamplainchocolates.com, toll-free at 1-800-465-5909, as corporate gifts & wedding favors, at three company-owned retail stores in Vermont, and nationwide at specialty food & gift stores and upscale hotels & inns.