Luker Chocolate.
Chocolate with history.
Luker is a Colombian family owned chocolate manufacturer, that has developed an in-depth knowledge of Colombian Fine Flavour Cocoas and how to express their uniqueness through a portfolio of exceptional fine chocolates crafted at origin. Since 1906, Luker is deeply committed to quality and sustainability, to develop gourmet chocolates and create shared value at origin.
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Cacao Fino de Aroma
Luker works exclusively with Cacao Fino de Aroma, a special type of cocoa classified by the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) for its fruity, flowery and nutty malt notes.
Only 8% of the cocoa produced in the world is Cacao Fino de Aroma, 76% of which is produced in Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and Venezuela.
Luker ensures a superior flavour when using Cacao Fino de Aroma and guarantee sustainability, transparency, supply and traceability in their processes to integrate the entire value chain; from the first seed, to the final product.
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Sustainability.
The Chocolate Dream
Luker Chocolate, believes that chocolate makes the world a better place and in fair relationships where everyone is a winner. Through shared value strategies, Lyker can transform cocoa-growing territories while strengthening their business model. Through “The Chocolate Dream”, Luker is achieving a positive impact on the communities through education, entrepreneurship, art and culture, agricultural development and job creation in the countryside. Chocolate Dream is active in 6 regions in Colombia: Urabá, Caldas, Huila, Casanare, Tumaco and Bolivar.
Sustainability
Luker is certified as B Corporation and is part of a global movement of like-minded organizations working towards a better future. At Luker they are committed to using their business as a force for good, by meeting high social and environmental performance standards, transparency, and accountability. Luker has developed long-term, meaningful relationships with over 70 farmer associations. This gives them the power to guarantee that farmers receive a premium, above market price for the top quality Fino De Aroma beans that go in to making their delicious chocolate. Luker also proudly employs more than 600 people on Luker's farms ensuring that workers are paid a stable income and are covered fully by health and social security benefits for them and their families.
Luker is a member in the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) and it holds food safety and quality certifications such as FSSC 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001, Kosher και BASC.
