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Published: July 23, 2007
Nothing is more lusciously indulgent than chocolate. And chocolate connoisseurs everywhere will say that from Europe, and especially Switzerland, comes the choicest, most delectable chocolate to be tasted anywhere in the world. The Lindt Chocolatiers of Switzerland, of Lindt Lindor Chocolate fame, have been exemplifying this gold standard in chocolate-making for over 160 years.
Lindt Lindor Chocolate began with the innovative Sprungli family, and reached new heights after Johann Rudolf Sprungli-Schifferli acquired the factory of Rodolphe Lindt.
Lindt was the professional chocolatier whose famous conche invention was behind the exquisite smoothness that Swiss chocolate has since been renowned for. Today, the Lindt company's full name is Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprungli AG, bearing the names of both contributors.
Traditionally a European favorite, Lindt Lindor Chocolate has since enjoyed greater favor among Americans, grossing over $500 million in the United States alone, with a fifteen-percent overall sales increase in 2006. The imaginations of the chocolatiers have enabled them to introduce chocolate creations of refreshing originality to the public, helping the company to thrive even during times of economic recession. Lindt produces an array of confections that are sure to tempt anyone's palate. Petits Desserts are miniature reproductions of classic dessert dishes, such as creme brulee and lemon tart, enclosed within a coat of chocolate. The recently introduced Excellence bars are made with very high percentages of pure cacao and bold, unconventional flavor notes.
But of course Lindt's most classic confections are its Lindt Lindor Chocolate creations, the idea of which was first conceived around fifty years ago. The Lindt Lindor Chocolate products are distinguished by a technique in which a delicate solid chocolate shell is made to enclose a creamy liquid filling. The filling actually has a different melting temperature than the shell, which results in a highly unique and pleasing texture in the mouth. Lindt Lindor Chocolates come in a bar form, in flavors like White Chocolate and Intense Mint. They also come in the small, round, and immensely popular Lindt Lindor Chocolate Truffles, or the Lindor Balls as they are often referred to in Switzerland itself.
The Lindt Lindor Chocolate truffles come in varying flavors, in which the type of chocolate shell – dark, milk, or white – is made to fit the flavor of the filling it encases. Each flavor of the truffles has its own color-coded wrapping. The Milk Chocolate truffle comes in a brilliant red, the Dark Chocolate truffle is wrapped in blue, and the White Chocolate has a yellow wrapping. Then there are the special fillings – Peanut Butter in gold, Hazelnut in brown, Mint in green, Raspberry in pinkish red, and Orange in, of course, a bright orange. A limited-edition Extra-Dark chocolate version in a black wrapping is currently available. Then there are the Straciatella and Coffee flavors sold only in Europe, and the Amaretto, which is no longer carried in stores.
The Lindt Lindor Chocolate Balls are sold in varying quantities – usually in boxes of three, and two different sizes of bags. Lindt Lindor Chocolate balls are ideal to give in gift baskets or boxes. Lindt Lindor Chocolate balls are also excellent to use as favors in parties and wedding celebrations. For special occasions such as these, they are also sold in bulk.
Health-conscious chocolate lovers should consume Lindt Lindor Chocolate treats in moderation. One Milk Chocolate Truffle ball by itself, for example, contains 79 calories and 20 percent of one's daily value of saturated fat. Those with allergies to nuts must also take special care, as even Lindt Lindor Chocolate without nut flavorings could contain traces of nuts.
Many agree that the Lindt Lindor Chocolate line is exemplary of fine European chocolate – rich, made with care, reputable, and yet affordable – ensuring that the Lindt Lindor Chocolate chocolatiers will enjoy success for years to come.
Sources:
Products and Brands. Lindt.com. 12 June 2007 http://www.lindt.com/1610/3429/3497/3852.asp Company History. Lindt.com. 12 June 2007. http://www.lindt.com/1610/3429/3455/3456.asp
FAQ. Lindt.com. 12 June 2007. http://www.lindt.com/1610/3429/3450/4294.asp
Petits Desserts. Lindt.com. 16 June 2007. http://www.lindt.com/1610/3335/3403/3853.asp
“Lindor”. Wikipedia. 31 May 2007. 13 June 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lindor
“Innovation Bucks Trend for Lindt.” Food Navigator USA. 27 Jan 2004. Decision News Media. 14 June 2007. http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/news/ng.asp?n=494 34-innovation-bucks-trend
Reid, Katie. “Chocolate Maker Lindt Savors 2006 Profit Rise.” Earth Times. 20 Mar. 2007. Earthtimes.org. 14 June 2007 http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/42148.html
Calories in Lindor Truffle Balls, Milk. Calorie-Count. About.com: Health. 13 June 2007. http://www.calorie-count.com/calories/item/113016. html
Lindt Lindor Chocolate began with the innovative Sprungli family, and reached new heights after Johann Rudolf Sprungli-Schifferli acquired the factory of Rodolphe Lindt.
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Traditionally a European favorite, Lindt Lindor Chocolate has since enjoyed greater favor among Americans, grossing over $500 million in the United States alone, with a fifteen-percent overall sales increase in 2006. The imaginations of the chocolatiers have enabled them to introduce chocolate creations of refreshing originality to the public, helping the company to thrive even during times of economic recession. Lindt produces an array of confections that are sure to tempt anyone's palate. Petits Desserts are miniature reproductions of classic dessert dishes, such as creme brulee and lemon tart, enclosed within a coat of chocolate. The recently introduced Excellence bars are made with very high percentages of pure cacao and bold, unconventional flavor notes.
But of course Lindt's most classic confections are its Lindt Lindor Chocolate creations, the idea of which was first conceived around fifty years ago. The Lindt Lindor Chocolate products are distinguished by a technique in which a delicate solid chocolate shell is made to enclose a creamy liquid filling. The filling actually has a different melting temperature than the shell, which results in a highly unique and pleasing texture in the mouth. Lindt Lindor Chocolates come in a bar form, in flavors like White Chocolate and Intense Mint. They also come in the small, round, and immensely popular Lindt Lindor Chocolate Truffles, or the Lindor Balls as they are often referred to in Switzerland itself.
The Lindt Lindor Chocolate truffles come in varying flavors, in which the type of chocolate shell – dark, milk, or white – is made to fit the flavor of the filling it encases. Each flavor of the truffles has its own color-coded wrapping. The Milk Chocolate truffle comes in a brilliant red, the Dark Chocolate truffle is wrapped in blue, and the White Chocolate has a yellow wrapping. Then there are the special fillings – Peanut Butter in gold, Hazelnut in brown, Mint in green, Raspberry in pinkish red, and Orange in, of course, a bright orange. A limited-edition Extra-Dark chocolate version in a black wrapping is currently available. Then there are the Straciatella and Coffee flavors sold only in Europe, and the Amaretto, which is no longer carried in stores.
The Lindt Lindor Chocolate Balls are sold in varying quantities – usually in boxes of three, and two different sizes of bags. Lindt Lindor Chocolate balls are ideal to give in gift baskets or boxes. Lindt Lindor Chocolate balls are also excellent to use as favors in parties and wedding celebrations. For special occasions such as these, they are also sold in bulk.
Health-conscious chocolate lovers should consume Lindt Lindor Chocolate treats in moderation. One Milk Chocolate Truffle ball by itself, for example, contains 79 calories and 20 percent of one's daily value of saturated fat. Those with allergies to nuts must also take special care, as even Lindt Lindor Chocolate without nut flavorings could contain traces of nuts.
Many agree that the Lindt Lindor Chocolate line is exemplary of fine European chocolate – rich, made with care, reputable, and yet affordable – ensuring that the Lindt Lindor Chocolate chocolatiers will enjoy success for years to come.
Sources:
Products and Brands. Lindt.com. 12 June 2007 http://www.lindt.com/1610/3429/3497/3852.asp Company History. Lindt.com. 12 June 2007. http://www.lindt.com/1610/3429/3455/3456.asp
FAQ. Lindt.com. 12 June 2007. http://www.lindt.com/1610/3429/3450/4294.asp
Petits Desserts. Lindt.com. 16 June 2007. http://www.lindt.com/1610/3335/3403/3853.asp
“Lindor”. Wikipedia. 31 May 2007. 13 June 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lindor
“Innovation Bucks Trend for Lindt.” Food Navigator USA. 27 Jan 2004. Decision News Media. 14 June 2007. http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/news/ng.asp?n=494 34-innovation-bucks-trend
Reid, Katie. “Chocolate Maker Lindt Savors 2006 Profit Rise.” Earth Times. 20 Mar. 2007. Earthtimes.org. 14 June 2007 http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/42148.html
Calories in Lindor Truffle Balls, Milk. Calorie-Count. About.com: Health. 13 June 2007. http://www.calorie-count.com/calories/item/113016. html
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