Why We'll Almost Always Tell You to Get the Mixed Box

People ask us this almost every day.

"If you could only pick one box...which one would you get?"

Our answer is almost always the same.

The assorted box.

Not because it's easier.

Because we think chocolate should surprise you.

Sure, if you've been coming to Mostly Chocolate for years and already know you want six salted caramels, we completely understand.

But if you're visiting for the first time—or buying a gift—we think the fun is in discovering flavors you never would have picked yourself.

That's exactly why we make assorted chocolate boxes.

The Best Box Is Usually the One You Didn't Plan

We've watched this happen hundreds of times.

Someone walks into the shop convinced they know exactly what they like.

Dark chocolate.

No fruit.

Definitely no herbs.

Then we convince them to take a chance on one flavor they've never had before.

Nine times out of ten...

That's the one they come back asking for.

One of my favorite parts of working behind the counter is watching people build a box together.

Families negotiate.

Couples trade flavors.

Someone always says,

"You can have that one...I wanted this one anyway."

A box of chocolates has a funny way of starting conversations before anyone even takes the first bite.

 

Every Box Tells a Different Story

No two assorted boxes are exactly alike.

Some people build a box around familiar favorites.

Others treat it like an adventure.

A little citrus.

Something with nuts.

Maybe a caramel.

Maybe a flavor they've never even heard of.

That's part of what makes an assorted box so much fun.

Every chocolate is an opportunity to discover something new.

And because every bonbon is painted by hand and made from scratch in our Houston kitchen, you're getting the same attention to detail whether it's your favorite flavor or one you're trying for the very first time.

Chef's Choice or Build Your Own?

There really isn't a wrong answer.

If you're the kind of person who enjoys surprises, our Chef's Choice Assorted Box is a great place to start.

We'll put together a collection that shows off a little bit of everything we love making.

If you're someone who already has favorites—or just likes being in control—our Build Your Own Box lets you choose every bonbon yourself.

Honestly...

Most of us who work here have a hard time deciding too.

 

The Gift We Recommend Most Often

People ask us all the time,

"What's your safest gift?"

Without hesitation...

A box of assorted chocolates.

It works for birthdays.

Anniversaries.

Thank-you gifts.

Dinner parties.

Congratulations.

Corporate gifts.

Or simply because someone had a rough week and deserves really good chocolate.

Chocolate is one of those rare gifts that feels thoughtful without trying too hard.

And because everyone experiences the assortment a little differently, it becomes something people naturally share.

Sometimes the conversation is about favorite flavors.

Sometimes it's about trading.

Sometimes it's about who grabbed the last caramel.

Those little moments are part of the gift.

If You Don't Know What to Choose...

Let us help.

One of our favorite parts of the job is helping people build the right assortment.

We'll ask a few questions.

Do you like milk chocolate or dark?

Anything you absolutely don't like?

Feeling adventurous?

Before long, you've got a box that's uniquely yours.

That's something you'll never get from grabbing a pre-packed box off a grocery store shelf.

 

A Few Things to Know

Our assorted chocolate boxes are made fresh in small batches and are available in several sizes.

For the best experience, we recommend enjoying your bonbons within two to four weeks and storing them somewhere cool and dry—away from direct sunlight and definitely not in the refrigerator.

If you're sending a gift, we ship nationwide every Monday through Wednesday to help your chocolates arrive in the best possible condition.

 

One Last Thought

People think an assorted chocolate box is about having more choices.

We think it's about having more discoveries.

Somewhere inside every box is probably a flavor you already know you'll love.

There's also a good chance your new favorite is the one you almost didn't choose.

That's usually how it happens.