See’s Chocolates

In San Francisco it’s easy to ignore some of the older, more established chocolate companies in favor of our many specialty chocolate boutiques. However sometimes it’s nice to visit your childhood roots, and See’s is just that type of chocolate company. Having operated out of South San Francisco for over 80 years, they maintain a steady presence all over the west coast via their little black and white storefronts. I tried a box of their assorted dark chocolates, and I’m going to focus on my favorites.

Dark Molasses Chips

There have been tons of reviews and blog posts about the signature Dark Molasses Chips.  First off, the chocolate was tempered to perfection, being so smooth and holding a brilliant shine.  Inside was a honeycomb of molasses which was covered in deep dark chocolate.  Really nice change of pace, unlike anything else I’ve tried thus far.

Dark Bordeaux

The Dark Bordeaux was by far the highlight of these chocolates.  The minute I opened the box this one popped out.  Dark chocolate covered in dark chocolate sprinkles, hell yeah.  As soon as I bit in, the rich brown sugar buttercream mixed with the chocolate instantly created the most magical flavor my taste buds have ever experienced.  All I can say is WOW.  I had to slow down while I was chewing to savor every second these flavors were in my mouth, I’m not kidding.

Maple Walnut

Maple Walnut was exactly what is sounds like it would be.  I happened to love the combination, however my date passed not being a fan of walnuts.  The real sweet maple and the bitter toasted walnuts made this to die for.  The next few were great, all in their own way.  First, Dark Chocolate Butter, which tasted as good as it sounds.  It was so creamy, and smooth, and complete with the crunch of the chocolate shell.  The California Brittle was next.  Honestly, I was hesitant, but my date dove right in.  I told her I’d pass, until I saw her reaction after bitting into it.  The See’s signature California Brittle was so damn good.  The Scotchmallow was a pleasant surprise.  I figured this was going to be a s’more, again I was wrong, it had smooth caramel and the marshmallow was infused with honey!  A few of the others that stood out were the Dark Butter Chew, Dark Pattie Chocolate, and the Walnut Square.

If you’re wondering if See’s Chocolate uses fruit, they do.  They aren’t my favorite, but if I had to choose one to eat, the Blueberry Truffle wins.  Go to their website, there is a new Easter Candy line coming out, the decorated eggs look so good.  I was so pleasantly surprised by the quality and flavor of these chocolates.  Get to a See’s near YOU, seriously.