Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America 2026

Being named among the Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America is a distinguished honor that reflects the highest standards of craftsmanship, creativity, and excellence in chocolate making. This recognition is reserved for artisans whose work demonstrates exceptional mastery of technique, an uncompromising commitment to quality ingredients, and a refined artistic vision that elevates chocolate into an expressive culinary art form. Inclusion on this list signals not only consistent excellence, but also leadership within the industry—innovators who shape trends, preserve tradition, and deliver memorable sensory experiences. For consumers, peers, and industry leaders alike, this designation serves as a trusted mark of distinction, affirming that these chocolatiers and confectioners represent the very best of chocolate craftsmanship available in North America.

The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America*** are based on the combined total number of Gold and Silver Awards and plus 4.5/4.0/3.5 star ratings received by each entrant in the previous year's TasteTV Chocolate Salons in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Fall (SF), as well as in the standalone International Chocolate Salon Award Competitions such as Best Caramels, Best Toffees, Top Chocolate Bars, Truffles, White Chocolate, Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate, Vegan Chocolates, and others.

The award winners below also have the honor and authorization of being able to display the Official Award Winner items , as well as use their Custom Award Certificates, award logos, product award stickers, and Best of the Year logo award merchandise.