A Touch of Sweden in Our Display: Standout Chocolate

At Cacao & Spice, we love discovering something new — a rare find from around the world. Each month, we highlight a chocolate that surprises, intrigues, or takes your taste buds somewhere unexpected.

This month, we’re heading north, to Sweden, with three special bars from Standout Chocolate.

As the name suggests, these bars truly stand out. Their clean design reflects what’s inside: bold, pure flavors that speak of their Nordic roots.

• Sugar Kelp & Sea Salt – seaweed and salt come together to create a subtle umami depth in dark chocolate.

• Spruce Shoots – bright and piney, with that crisp, wintry feel of walking through a Scandinavian forest.

• Liquorice & Smoked Salt – a powerful blend of sweet, salty, and smoky. Unmistakably Scandinavian.

Standout follows a true bean-to-bar philosophy: they source single-origin cacao, control the process from roasting to moulding, and produce small batches in Sweden.

They keep their ingredient list minimal — just cacao and sugar — so the terroir of the beans can really shine. And they invest in direct relationships with farmers, paying above-market prices to ensure ethical and sustainable sourcing.

You’ll find these three bars showcased in our special display at the shop. Limited stock — once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Each month brings a new maker, a new flavor story to explore. Keep an eye on our display (and your taste buds) for the next rare find from around the world.