tasting club catalogue

Late Summer 2010

The FORTIFIED 5-Star CollectionNew exclusive:

Released septYour Member offers InsIde

The Best of the Best

excellence COLLECTION

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The Renowned Fortified Collection is back!

REsERvE or Buy Now?

welcome to your latest edition of the Tasting Club catalogue – strictly for members only. Summer may not have quite finished with us yet, but we’re already eagerly anticipating autumn. why? well because there are two very special editions on the horizon.

The first is the ever-popular Fortified Collection, which is back for a fifth consecutive year and raring for its release in September. Then in october we’ll be celebrating the ‘oscars’ of the chocolate world with the excellence Collection. All members are entitled to receive this best of the best collection – so to check yours is reserved please see page 15.

And finally, don’t miss the handpicked selection of hotel Chocolat gift ideas – all available to order right now with your preferential, members-only discount!

Best wishes

– is only for Tasting Club specials, as you only pay for these special boxes after delivery. Stocks are limited, so reserve yours to avoid disappointment by using the order form on page 15 or order online via our Manage My Membership area.* Login at www.chocs.co.uk/reserve

Phone the tasting club team on 08444 933 933

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With Tasting Club special editions and handpicked Hotel Chocolat gifts, your members-only catalogue combines the best of both worlds! And there are two different ways to take advantage of them – Reserve or Buy Now.

– is for hotel Chocolat gifts and goodies, whether it’s a special gift to send to a loved one or a treat to enjoy at home. You can order via the form on page 14 or online at www.chocs.co.uk/gifts

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A catalogue designed just for our members!“ ”

Angus thirlwell, club founder

Fortified Collection – see pages 4-5

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send no Money nowReserve your Fortified 5 today – see page 15

Released

Introducing

From classically elegant champagne and gorgeously peaty Islay whisky, to mouth warming rum from the West Indies and the

clean flavours of Russian vodka… We’ve criss-crossed the globe to bring you The Fortified 5-Star Collection – where premium

chocolate meets some rather special liqueurs and spirits.

seNd No moNey Now!Reserve yours today – sEE PAGE 15

THe ForTIFIed 5-STAR collectionTasting Club Exclusive EditionThe renowned, or should we say infamous, Fortified Collection is back! And to celebrate a stunning fifth year of Fortified, this year’s collection is full of boozy recipes brimming with 5-star wines, spirits and liqueurs.The mingling of authentic chocolate and premium liqueurs is for many the ultimate marriage made in heaven. which probably explains why every year the Fortified Collection is one of our highest rated special editions. And with two each of 18 recipes made with premium liqueurs and alcohols, it’s perfect to share with like-minded tasters who prefer their boozy chocolates to have a kick!


it’s back!

The 2010 Vintage includes…

Simon Thirlwell, Club News editor

Speyside Smoothie – experience the unique flavours of a classic speyside whiskyFlambéed Orange – zesty Valencia orange and a good splash of Grand MarnierSmoky Special – brimming with the distinctly smoky notes of Laphroaig whiskyRum Melter – let this warming West indian rum gently wash over your sensesGolden St Lucia – a stunning golden st Lucian rum from a boutique island distilleryNavy Rum Ganache – awash with the deep, dark flavours of oak aged Navy RumVodkatini – a gorgeous recreation of a vodka martini cocktail in chocolateKirsch Surprise – with the yielding succulence of a whole kirsch soaked cherry Poire William – a generous splash of this delicate eau de vie, distilled from pearsCalvados Star – bursting with the deep and fragrant flavours of this famous apple brandyCognac Cuddle – elegant oak aged notes are on full display in this stylish recipeAdvocaat Keg – with the super smooth, rounded flavours of advocaat Metaxa Adventure – a good shot of this feisty five star Greek spiritGin & Tonic – full of the unique botanicals that make gin a firm favouriteChampagne Sparkle – the undisputed queen of all boozy truffles!Irish Coffee – with punchy coffee and a good shot of whisky to finish offTuscan Grappa – a classic digestif from one of the world’s finest wine regionsAmaretto Amour – a generous tot of possibly the world’s favourite liqueur

Make sure you reserve your limited edition Fortified Collection today – page 15 for further details.

seNd No moNey Now!Reserve yours today – sEE PAGE 15

What is the secret of fortified’s success?well, it’s the simple fact that this is a collection devoted to recipes made with top-notch spirits and liqueurs. And as such, there’s none of the restraint we usually show in our monthly boxes – the gloves are most definitely off and each recipe is brimming with its full boozy quota.

The Fortified 5-Star Collection is shaping up to be one of our most memorable limited editions to date. Specially made and ready for despatch in September, it’s not one to miss!

FeATuReS

THe ForTIFIed 5-STAR collectionTasting Club Exclusive Edition


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● 2 each of 18 deliciously tipsy recipes● Made with 5-star fortified wines, spirits and liqueurs● one of our highest rated collections now in its 5th year● Specially made and ready for despatch in September● A must-have collection for anyone who likes boozy chocolates● Members-only price of £22.95 including delivery

RELEasEd sEpTEmBER 2010

MEMbERs ONLy

£22.95 inc. delivery

our most glamorous tasting event

the excellence Collection

a new autumn home for ExcellenceBy popular demand, The excellence Collection has moved to a new autumn spot in the tasting calendar – as many members felt its previous home in February was too soon after Christmas. Autumn is, after all, the beginning of the serious chocolate season, so excellence will feel right at home!

From an elite shortlist of contenders, created from members’ scores and comments, we have chosen the select few for the ultimate Tasting Club accolade. From Best Leading Chocolate and Fruity Creation, to the Most More-ish and the stunning Knock Your Socks off Award – there’s something in every excellence category to delight! And what’s more, each and every one of them is a supreme winner, cherry-picked for this prestigious collection.

welcome to the ‘oscars’ of the chocolate world! one of the most delicious highlights in the chocolate tasting calendar and our most exclusive event – strictly members only. So get out your glad rags and prepare for glitz, because the very best of the best are coming back for a stunning encore – freshly remade and dressed to kill.


Excellence is comingExcellence is released in October and contains the very best chocolates from recent tasting selections as chosen by members. Most members are automatically eligible to receive the Excellence collection and you will receive a postcard notification before we send your collection.

● A unique collection of chocolate superstars● Specially made for members

● Members-only price just £17.95 (including delivery)

● freshly recreated with 3 versions to choose from

● sent at their peak of freshness● complete with tasting notes and scorecard

● Available in three choices – Classic, Dark and Elements

our most glamorous tasting event

the excellence Collection

Best Leading Chocolate – Caramel Cheesecake… stealing the limelight with oozingly soft caramel and the distinctive sour cream flavours of cheesecake. Best Liqueur – Whisky Truffle… a stunning star of the fortified recipes with a light cream ganache laced with whisky from the northern Scottish highlands. Best Concept Chocolate – Brandy Butter… a seasonal star that was given a winning upgrade – with super soft buttercream and oak aged armagnac.

Best Member’s Creation – Rhubarb & Custard Reminisce… a superb Create a Chocolate Competition winner taking us straight back to childhood with bourbon vanilla cream and rhubarb. Best ‘Knock Your Socks Off’ – Czarina… it may have a regal name, but this cocktail really packs a kick – with vodka and apricot brandy in a refreshing light ganache.

we look forward to sharing these and many more excellence superstars with you.

is your excellence reserved? – sEE PAGE 15

Take a peek aT soMe oF THIs Year’s Classic excellence Superstars


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Easy Ways to ordErOnline www.chocs.co.uk/gifts

Telephone 08444 93 13 13

Post Hotel Chocolat Ltd, Mint House, Royston SG8 5HL

Full dietary and allergen details for each product are available at www.hotelchocolat.co.uk

Message CardAngus Thirlwell, Co-founder & Chief Executive

Handpicked Gift Ideas. A gorgeous selection of gift ideas, cherry picked from Hotel Chocolat’s bestsellers – with something to suit everyone and every occasion. Don’t forget that each one comes with a stylish gift card so you can add your personal message, best wishes, hugs and kisses – all with your preferential 5% Tasting Club Discount.

Our Gift Recommendations

Delivery ChargesStandard service (3-5 working days)£3.95 – single item £4.95 – 2 or more items

Next day or specific day service £5.95 – single item £7.95 – 2 or more items

Saturday delivery £6.95 – single item £8.95 – 2 or more items

Fruit & Nuts MilkOur reinvention of this classic

combo – super premium sultanas, cranberries and roasted hazelnuts

and almonds folded into our signature milk chocolate

ref 310082tC Usual Price £13.50 Club Price £12.82

Banoffee slab An exciting feast of summer

flavours captured in 40% milk banana chocolate and dreamy

caramel chocolate, with shortbread cookies and slices of all-natural

banana. 500g.


Eton Mess slab A legendary summer favourite with sunny swirls of strawberry

and vanilla white chocolate poured onto chocolate cookies and topped with crisp meringue and strawberry

pieces. 500g.


Celebrate Summersummer Celebration Collection

With sparkling Pink rosé A sparkling collection with refreshingly

pink prosecco and our fun summer cocktails – specially created for summer

celebrations and alfresco fun.

Contents: Summer Cocktails Sleekster (30 chocolates), 75cl bottle of Sparkling

Pink Rosé. Glasses not included.

ref 350095tC Usual Price £38

Club Price £36.10

alfresco summer Hamper A summery spread of seasonal goodies

specially chosen for summer celebrations outdoors and in – garden parties or picnics in

the park, dinner parties or barbecues.

Contents: Just Desserts H-Box, Milk Oblivion H-Box, Dark Peel Me An Orange, Bag of

Banoffee Ice Cream Puddles, Bag of Salted

Caramel & Praline Marbles, Eton Mess Lick,

Tutti Frutti 100g slab. Alcohol – free.

ref 350099tC Usual Price £50

Club Price £47.50

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Hand-Piped selection Perfectly balanced with a little bit of everything – from melt-away pralines and soft butterscotch to fruity recipes and luscious truffles with a tipsy twist. 30 chocolates.

Angus says – one of our all-time bestsellers because there’s something here for everyone, so you can be sure it will always go down well!


BESTSELLER

Sleekster™ SelectiOn BOxeS

Created to slip effortlessly through most letterboxes, complete with your personal message card – they’re your own personal Chocogram! And there’s one to suit everybody and every occasion.

well done Harriet – we are very excited for you! Lots of love, Mum & Dad“ ”

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the sleekster Just desserts A heavenly collection inspired by the classic desserts we just can’t resist – with fruity Summer Pudding and

Mango Cheesecake, Chocolate Mousse, Banana Caramel, Chocolate Brownie and more. For a touch of after dinner hedonism or alfresco nibbling and all alcohol-free. 25 chocolates.


the Cocktail sleekster selection A refreshing collection of chocolate cocktails with a twist of glamour, a dash of fun and a gorgeous kick.

Created for the ultimate in summer elegance – featuring Cosmopolitan, Margarita, Mojito, Chocolate Martini and Indian Summer cocktails. Made with premium spirits in a silky soft base and encased in stylish

chocolate shells. 30 chocolates.

sleekster ref 260125tC

Cocktail Sleekster – £18.53 each or 2 for £23.75

H-Box 14 chocolatesref 260130tC £11.87

H-Box 15 chocolates

ref 260126tC £11.87

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Milk obliviontM Discover milk chocolate bliss – from the flavour nuances of differing cocoa levels to mellow

recipes with caramel, honey, cinnamon, praline and more. 32 chocolates. Alcohol-free.

Who for – dreamy milk chocolate lovers.


White and LighttM The dreamy flavours and creamy textures of milk and white chocolate – with caramel,

vanilla, smooth pralines with hazelnut and macadamia, apricot and mocha. 34 chocolates. Alcohol-free.

Why we love it – it’s like a box full of blissful chocolate hugs.


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Exuberantly FruitytM 4Vibrant explosions of real fruit

fruitiness in zingy ganaches – with blueberry and blackcurrant, peach, raspberry, cherry, mandarin and

more. 30 chocolates.

Why we love it – like basking in pure sunshine, whatever the weather!

ref 1622tC Usual Price £19.50Club Price £18.53

3serious dark FixtM

Satisfyingly deep cocoa flavours full of dark chocolate adventure – from smooth pralines to silky

ganaches with blackcurrant, Calvados, coffee, Champagne and

more. 32 chocolates.

Who for – the uncompromising dark chocolate lover.


Just trufflestM 4The essential collection of authentic truffles with crisp shells and meltingly soft ganaches – including Champagne, rum, Tiramisu, Cointreau, caramel and

more. 30 truffles.

When – birthdays, special occasions or for no reason at all… everyone needs

a blissful truffle moment.


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Item reference Page Product name Qty 5% Club Price Total

310082tC 8 Fruit & Nuts Milk £12.82

310185tC 8 Banoffee slab £12.82

310184tC 8 Eton Mess slab £12.82

350095tC 9 summer Celebration Collection £36.10

350099tC 9 alfresco summer Hamper £47.50

260049tC 10 Hand-Piped selection £18.53

260129tC 11 the sleekster Just desserts £18.53

260130tC 11 the sleekster Just desserts H-Box £11.87

260125tC 11 the Cocktail sleekster selection £18.53 2 for £23.75

260126tC 11 the Cocktail sleekster selection H-Box £11.87

260044tC 12 Milk obliviontM £18.53

260047tC 12 White and LighttM £18.53

1622tC 13 Exuberantly FruitytM £18.53

260045tC 13 serious dark FixtM £18.53

891tC 13 Just trufflestM £18.53

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christmas 2010Yes! I want to ensure my Christmas Collection 2010 is reserved early for £22.95 including delivery.

eXCeLLenCe CoLLeCTIon 2010most members are automatically eligible to receive the Excellence Collection and you will receive a postcard notification before we send your Collection. From the 30th august you can check your collection is reserved online at www.chocs.co.uk/excellence

ReSeRVe – is only for Tasting Club specials, as you only pay for these special boxes after delivery. Stocks are limited, so reserve yours to avoid disappointment by using the order form above or order online via our Manage My Membership area.* Login at www.chocs.co.uk/reserve

BuY now – is for hotel Chocolat gifts and goodies, whether it’s a special gift to send to a loved one or a treat to enjoy at home. You can order via the order form on the left or online at www.chocs.co.uk/giftsAll Tasting Club Specials are delivered in letterbox friendly packaging

reSerVe exTraS: to reserve additional Fortified Collections at a reduced price go to www.chocs.co.uk/FortIFIEd alternativaly call us on 08444 933 933. Payment required at time of ordering. all tasting Club specials include £4.95 postage and packing. Except Excellence which is £17.95 including delivery (delivery £3.95).

POST: Just complete this form fold and post using the envelope that comes with your monthly box. or use this address: sPECIaLs rEsErVE, tastING CLUB, FrEEPost aNG10659, MINt HoUsE, roystoN, sG8 5yd.PHONe: to order by phone call 08444 933 933.

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the biggest, bRightest collectioN oF the yeaR We are already preparing the recipes for the ever popular Christmas Collection – from meltingly soft champagne stars and luscious ganaches with coffee, walnut, cranberry and gingerbread, to mouth warming recipes with rum and raisin, brandy butter, mulled wine and more…

ReseRve youR must-have collectioN Now to eNsuRe youRs is secuRed. Just £22.95 (inc. delivery). See overleaf to order.

The Cocktail Sleekster Collection

£18.53 each or 2 for £23.75 – see page 11

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