When holidays and special occasions roll around, there’s always one thing for certain – someone will buy a box of chocolates.  Whether it’s for a friend, a loved one, or even for you to enjoy, chocolate assortments make the best gift.

Why buy assorted chocolates?  It’s simple – you’re shopping “one size fits all”! Even the pickiest eater can find a chocolate they like in chocolate assortments. Usually, chocolate assortments are comprised of all types of fillings, not to mention a delectable variety of chocolate.

If you are one to battle over a good chocolate assortment with friends, you probably already know milk chocolate is the biggest crowd pleaser.  Not as rich and bitter as its dark cousin, milk adds a creaminess and sweetness to chocolate that is delicious.  Still, there are those who love the pure, rich decadence of a very dark chocolate.  Also, dark chocolate usually contains more than 70% cocoa, which means its better on your heart and your health.  So what better way to enjoy the two, than pick a box of chocolates that is comprised of dark and milk chocolates?  Now you’ve got the best of both worlds – and so do your friends.

With so many scrumptious chocolate choices, giving assorted chocolates is like giving your recipient the chance to dig into piece after piece to see what type comes next.  Most assorted chocolate boxes come in a half pound, one pound or two pound assortment.  You can get sugar-free options for the health conscious or diabetic recipient.  You can find “organic” chocolate assortments.  These are usually made with all natural ingredients that are not genetically modified, and milk powder from cows not treated with hormones, perfect for the “green” chocolate eater.

So when you choose an assortment of chocolates or a gourmet box of chocolate, you can feel comfortable that you are giving a gift that will be appreciated and shared.  After all, every time they take a bite, they will remember you!