About the Chocolate
What makes Mr Popple's Chocolate different from other brands?
Mr Popple’s Chocolate uses raw, unroasted Peruvian Criollo cacao beans to preserve the natural antioxidants and flavour. The bars are sweetened with low-glycemic yacon syrup or coconut blossom sugar, making them suitable for various dietary needs and preferences. All bars are organic, vegan, and free from the top 14 allergens.
What types of chocolate bars does Mr Popple's offer?
Mr Popple’s offers a range of dark and milk chocolate bars, including the Pure Peruvian 100% Raw Cacao Bar, Signature Seventy 70% Raw Cacao Bar, Atey Ate% 88% Raw Cacao Bar, Creamy Mylk Bar, Minty Mylk Bar, and flavoured bars like Amarillo Chilli, Creamy Orange, and Euphoric Orange.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars organic?
Yes, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are made with organic ingredients and are certified organic by the Biodynamic Association (BDA).
Dietary and Allergen info
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars vegan?
Yes, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are vegan and do not contain any animal products.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars allergen-free?
Yes, Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are free from the top 14 allergens, including dairy, gluten, soy, and nuts. For nut allergies, please read the next FAQ.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars safe for people with nut allergies?
While all Mr Popple’s Chocolate recipes are nut-free and made in a dedicated nut-free environment, some ingredients are sourced from suppliers who also handle nuts. Therefore, they cannot guarantee that the bars are completely free from traces of nuts. Contact Mr Popple’s for more information.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars suitable for people with diabetes?
The chocolate bars sweetened with yacon syrup, such as the Signature Seventy, Euphoric Orange and Atey Ate%, have a very low glycemic index (GI) of just 1 out of 100, and should be suitable for people with diabetes. Pure Peruvian, the 100% Chocolate bar, is completely
sugar free. However, it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional for individual dietary advice.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars gluten-free?
Yes, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars soy-free?
Yes, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are soy-free and safe for people with soy allergies.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars dairy-free?
Yes, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are dairy-free and suitable for people with lactose intolerance or those following a vegan lifestyle.
Are Mr Popple's Chocolate bars gluten-free?
Yes, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Do Mr Popple's Chocolate bars contain alcohol?
No, all Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars are alcohol-free.
Do Mr Popple's Chocolate bars contain caffeine?
Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars contain a small amount of caffeine, as it is naturally present in cacao beans. However, the amount is relatively low compared to drinks like coffee or tea.
Ingredients and Sourcing
What type of cacao does Mr Popple's use in their chocolate bars?
Mr Popple’s uses rare, heritage Peruvian Criollo cacao beans, which are prized for their rich, complex flavour profile and high antioxidant content.
Why does Mr Popple's use raw, unroasted cacao beans?
By using raw, unroasted cacao beans, Mr Popple’s preserves the natural antioxidants, polyphenols, and flavour nuances that can be lost during the roasting process. This results in a chocolate bar with higher nutritional value and a more complex taste profile.
What sweeteners does Mr Popple's use in their chocolate bars?
Mr Popple’s uses low-glycemic yacon syrup or coconut blossom sugar to sweeten their chocolate bars. These natural sweeteners provide a healthier alternative to refined sugars and complement the rich flavour of the cacao.
What is yacon syrup, and why is it used in some Mr Popple's Chocolate bars?
Yacon syrup is a natural sweetener derived from the Peruvian yacon plant. It has a very low glycemic index (GI) of just 1 and is rich in prebiotic fibres, making it a healthier alternative to refined sugars. Mr Popple’s uses yacon syrup to sweeten some of their chocolate bars, such as the Signature Seventy and Atey Ate%.
What is coconut blossom sugar, and why is it used in some Mr Popple's Chocolate bars?
Coconut blossom sugar is a natural sweetener made from the sap of the coconut palm flower. It has a lower glycemic index than refined sugars and contains essential nutrients like iron and magnesium. Mr Popple’s uses coconut blossom sugar to sweeten their milk chocolate bars, such as the Creamy Mylk and Minty Mylk.
What is lucuma powder, and why is it used in some Mr Popple's Chocolate bars?
Lucuma powder is made from the Peruvian lucuma fruit and is used in some Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars, such as the Signature Seventy and Creamy Mylk. It adds a natural sweetness and creamy texture to the chocolate while providing essential nutrients like fibre, minerals, and antioxidants.
Where does Mr Popple's source their cacao beans from?
Mr Popple’s sources their cacao beans from a cooperative of farmers in the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. The cacao is grown using sustainable agroforestry techniques, which help preserve the delicate ecosystem and biodiversity of the rainforest.
Does Mr Popple's use fair trade practices when sourcing their ingredients?
Yes, Mr Popple’s follows the core principles of fair trade, ensuring that the farmers and artisans involved in the production of their chocolate are treated fairly and compensated adequately for their work.
Chocolate Bar Profiles
How dark is the Pure Peruvian 100% Raw Chocolate Bar?
The Pure Peruvian bar is made with 100% raw cacao and no added sweeteners, making it the darkest and most intense chocolate bar in the Mr Popple’s range. It is perfect for those who enjoy the pure, unadulterated taste of cacao.
How dark is the Signature Seventy 70% Raw Chocolate Bar?
The Signature Seventy bar contains 70% raw cacao and is sweetened with yacon syrup and lucuma fruit powder. It offers a rich, complex flavour profile with notes of caramel, red fruit, nuts, and earthiness.
How dark is the Atey Ate% 88% Raw Chocolate Bar?
The Atey Ate% bar contains 88% raw cacao and is sweetened with yacon syrup. It provides an intense chocolate experience for those who enjoy a higher percentage of cacao in their chocolate.
How sweet is the Creamy Mylk Bar?
The Creamy Mylk Bar is the sweetest in the Mr Popple’s range, with 42% cacao. It is sweetened with coconut blossom sugar and has a creamy texture thanks to the addition of rice and oat mylks and lucuma fruit powder.
How does the Dark Mylk Bar compare to the Creamy Mylk Bar?
The Dark Mylk Bar is the perfect balance between the Creamy Mylk and Signature Seventy bars. It is sweet and creamy like a milk chocolate bar but also rich and complex like a dark chocolate bar.
What flavours are available in the Mr Popple's Chocolate range?
Mr Popple’s offers several flavoured chocolate bars, including Amarillo Chilli Dark Chocolate (with a warming chilli kick), Creamy Orange (a milk chocolate bar with zesty orange oil), Euphoric Orange (a 70% dark chocolate bar with orange oil), and Minty Mylk (a refreshing mint milk chocolate bar).
Health Benefits
What are the health benefits of raw cacao?
Raw cacao is rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and essential minerals like magnesium and iron. It contains mood-boosting compounds such as theobromine, phenethylamine, anandamide, and tryptophan, which may help improve mental well-being and cognitive function. Raw cacao has also been linked to better heart health and reduced inflammation.
How does Mr Popple's Chocolate compare to other brands in terms of antioxidant content?
A study by Oxford Brookes University found that Mr Popple’s Chocolate had significantly higher levels of antioxidants and polyphenols compared to four leading UK dark chocolate brands.
Can consuming Mr Popple's Chocolate help improve mood and cognitive function?
Yes, the raw cacao used in Mr Popple’s Chocolate bars contains mood-boosting compounds like theobromine, phenethylamine, anandamide, and tryptophan, which may help improve mental well-being and cognitive function.
Are there any benefits to consuming chocolate sweetened with yacon syrup?
Yacon syrup has a very low glycemic index (GI) of just 1, meaning it has minimal impact on blood sugar levels. It is also rich in prebiotic fibres, which may help support digestive health and promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
Company Values and Practices
What is Mr Popple's mission?
Mr Popple’s mission is to create the tastiest, highest-quality Peruvian chocolate that is kind to the planet, kind to the farmers, and kind to the consumers.
How does Mr Popple's support sustainability and ethical practices?
Mr Popple’s is committed to sustainability and ethical practices throughout its supply chain. They source cacao from a cooperative of farmers in the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest, ensuring fair trade practices and supporting sustainable agroforestry techniques. All packaging is plastic-free and compostable, minimizing environmental impact.
Does Mr Popple's support any charitable causes?
As Mr Popple’s continues to grow, their aim is to give back more to the farmers’ communities and the indigenous people of the Amazon Rainforest.
How does Mr Popple's ensure the quality of their chocolate?
Mr Popple’s ensures the quality of their chocolate by using only the finest, organically certified ingredients. They carefully select each ingredient to create the perfect balance of flavour and nutrition in every bar. The chocolate undergoes rigorous taste tests and quality checks before being packaged and shipped to customers.
Where can I buy Mr Popple's Chocolate?
You can buy our chocolate on our online store, and you can also find us in many independent retailers throughout the UK. If you can’t find us in any stores, drop us an email on the contact page and we will tell you the nearest stores to you that stock our bars.
How big are the bars?
We make 35g bars, with select flavours also available in 75g bars
Is the chocolate sugar free?
Our Pure Peruvian 100% Chocolate Bar is sugar free, and our yacon sweetened chocolate bars are also essentially sugar free, as the GI is just over 0. Our dairy free milk chocolate bars, are sweetened with coconut blossom which is a natural, unrefined type of sugar.
Is the chocolate palm oil free?
Yes. Mr Popple’s Chocolate is strictly palm oil free due to the negative environmental consequences resulting from the production of palm oil and the nature of its plantations.
Is the chocolate GM free?
Yes. All of our chocolate bars are certified organic, and our chocolate doesn’t contain any genetically modified ingredients. Additionally, because our products have organic certification by the Biodynamic Association (BDA), no pesticides or herbicides are used in the production of any of the ingredients in our chocolate bars.
There was a problem with my order
We aim to be as efficient and careful as possible when packaging your orders, but If there is a problem with your order, please get into contact with us and we will be happy to help to resolve any issues you have as soon as possible.
Is your chocolate fair trade?
Our chocolate is fairly traded. We are not registered fair trade, but we do follow the same principles and philosophy that the Fair Trade Association promotes. Here at Mr Popple’s Chocolate, we are big believers that everyone involved in the chocolate industry should benefit, including mother nature! That’s why we work hard to invest in fairly traded products and ensure that every person in the chain is treated and paid fairly. The promotion of sustainable farming practise is also on the top of our agenda. So whilst our packaging may not carry the logo, rest assured that we’re doing our bit to make sure the way that we operate is fair for all.
Is the chocolate certified organic?
Yes. All of Mr Popple’s Chocolate Bars are organically certified by the Biodynamic Association (BDA). This means that everything that goes into our chocolate bars is non-GMO and hasn’t been treated with pesticides or herbicides.
Is the chocolate vegan / vegetarian?
Yes. Our chocolate is vegetarian and vegan, we carefully select our ingredients to ensure they do not contain any animal products.