Oberweis chocolate: discover the only chocolate made 100% in Luxembourg
Did you know?
Maison Oberweis is currently the only chocolatier in Luxembourg to craft its own chocolate using the “Bean to Bar” concept.
From bean to bar, immerse yourself in the stages of cocoa processing in our workshop.
Oberweis chocolate
In the heart of the plantations in Colombia, Tom Oberweis reveals, through an exceptional documentary, the secrets of cocoa transformation in his workshop in Luxembourg.
A committed and responsible approach
In 2017, Tom and Jeff Oberweis traveled to South America to visit cocoa plantations. There, they discovered the extraordinary craftsmanship of small local producers, often passed down from generation to generation. This experience marked the beginning of a passionate journey at the heart of the “Bean to Bar” chocolate-making process. Bean-to-bar is not just a method of working; it is an artisanal commitment, transforming cocoa from raw beans into a finished chocolate bar in our production workshop.
Today, the brothers continue their pursuit of excellence, discovering new flavors, textures, and origins, guided by a spirit of solidarity and environmental responsibility.
Maison Oberweis is the only chocolatier in Luxembourg to process cocoa directly from the bean. More than just a technique, ‘Bean to Bar’ is a true philosophy: putting craftsmanship and the quality of raw materials back at the heart of chocolate making.
Frequently Asked Questions
All about Oberweis chocolate
"Bean to bar" literally means from bean to bar. It’s an artisanal approach where every stage of chocolate-making – from carefully selecting cocoa beans to crafting the final bar – is handled by the chocolate maker, ensuring complete traceability, exceptional quality, and a distinctive taste.
Unlike industrial chocolate, which is often mass-produced using standardized blends, Oberweis chocolate — crafted according to the Bean to Bar concept — highlights the origin of the cocoa beans and their terroir, while respecting their natural aromatic profile. It guarantees transparency, traceability, and high quality.
Our beans are sourced from various countries in Africa and South America. We work directly with dedicated producers, often through direct trade, ensuring fair compensation for farmers and sourcing only the highest-quality beans, all grown with respect for people and the planet.
Oberweis chocolate, crafted according to the Bean to Bar concept, is produced through a long process that requires outstanding human expertise and technical knowledge.
- Selecting the beans: we source rare origins from plantations dedicated to careful, environmentally respectful cocoa cultivation.
- Roasting: beans are gently roasted to unlock the unique aromas of each terroir.
- Cracking: the shells are removed, leaving behind the prized cocoa nibs.
- Grinding and conching: nibs are ground into a silky cocoa mass, then conched to develop smoothness and deepen the flavor.
- Tempering and molding: the chocolate is carefully crystallized to achieve its shine, snap, and fine texture, before being molded into bars.
As a chocolate maker and roaster, we go beyond market prices to source cocoa beans, supporting small local producers and ensuring a truly exceptional tasting experience, elevated by our artisanal craftsmanship and love for innovation.
Currently, our Bean to Bar chocolate bars account for around 25% of our chocolate range. In the near future, we aim to expand this initiative to include our chocolate boxes and chocolate-based pastries.
