Kraš Griotte 204g - Croatian Sour Cherry Liqueur Chocolates
Kraš Griotte 204g - Croatian Sour Cherry Liqueur Chocolates is available to order now and will be dispatched as soon as stock arrives.
Kraš Griotte are Croatian dark chocolate pralines with sour cherries and a liquid alcohol centre: a classic chocolate box for gifting and grown-up treats.
What Are Kraš Griotte?
Griotte are one of Kraš's best-known chocolate specialities. Each dark chocolate praline combines a sour cherry with a sweet liquid alcohol centre, creating a lively contrast between deep cocoa, bright fruit and gentle warmth.
The recipe has been enjoyed for more than 90 years. Its distinctive cherry-led flavour makes it a particularly good choice for anyone who prefers fruit-filled chocolates to creamy truffles or nut pralines.
This 204g box contains 16 individually wrapped bonbons and is neatly presented for sharing, bringing to dinner, or giving as a thoughtful Croatian chocolate gift.
How to Enjoy Kraš Griotte
These chocolates are made for unhurried enjoyment. Their dark chocolate shell and bright sour-cherry centre are especially good after a meal, with coffee or as part of a dessert spread.
- Serve one or two chocolates with espresso, black coffee or a small after-dinner drink.
- Add to a dessert plate with fresh cherries, raspberries, dark chocolate shards and vanilla ice cream.
- Offer alongside a cheeseboard with mature cheese, almonds and crisp biscuits for a sweet-savoury finish.
- Bring as a dinner-party gift or include in a carefully chosen chocolate hamper.
- Set out with other specialities from our food gifts collection for a simple but generous festive table.
Where Do They Come From?
Kraš Griotte are made by Kraš, one of Croatia's best-known confectionery producers. The product is a long-established part of Croatian chocolate culture, recognised for its combination of sour cherry, dark chocolate and liquid centre.
Kraš has been a cornerstone of Balkan confectionery since 1911, making Griotte an ideal choice for anyone seeking an authentic Croatian candy box or a nostalgic taste of home.
Discover more pralines, chocolate bars and special-occasion treats in our chocolate collection.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients: Sugar, cocoa mass, sour cherry (10%), glucose syrup, cocoa butter, sour cherry juice, alcohol, emulsifier: soy lecithin, flavouring.
Allergy advice: Contains soy. May contain traces of hazelnuts, almonds, peanuts, milk and gluten.
Dietary information: Suitable for vegetarians.
Alcohol content: 4%.
Cocoa solids: Dark chocolate contains at least 48% cocoa solids.
Country of Origin: Croatia.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
| Average nutrition per 100g | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1772kJ / 424kcal |
| Fat | 15g |
| of which saturates | 9.4g |
| Carbohydrates | 61g |
| of which sugars | 56g |
| Protein | 2.2g |
| Salt | 0g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Kraš Griotte chocolates?
Kraš Griotte are dark chocolate pralines containing sour cherry and a liquid alcohol centre. They are a long-established Croatian chocolate speciality with a bright, fruit-led flavour and a gently warming finish.
Do Kraš Griotte contain alcohol?
Yes. They contain alcohol and have an alcohol content of 4%. They are intended as an adult treat and are not suitable for children.
Is there a sour cherry inside each Griotte chocolate?
Yes. Sour cherry is at the heart of each praline, balanced by the liquid centre and dark chocolate coating.
Do Kraš Griotte contain brandy?
Griotte has a liquid alcohol centre, but it is not presented as a brandy chocolate. Its character is led by dark chocolate and sour cherry, giving it a brighter and more fruit-forward profile than a typical brandy-filled bonbon.
How are Kraš Griotte different from Hungarian Konyakmeggy?
Both are dark chocolate treats built around sour cherry and alcohol, but they come from different confectionery traditions. Kraš Griotte is a Croatian chocolate classic with sour cherry and a liquid alcohol centre, while Hungarian Konyakmeggy contains a whole sour cherry preserved in brandy, surrounded by fondant and dark chocolate. Choose Griotte for a Croatian chocolate gift with a bright, cherry-led profile, or Konyakmeggy for a richer brandy-and-fondant style.
Is Kraš Griotte a good Croatian food gift?
Yes. Kraš Griotte is a thoughtful Croatian food gift for anyone who enjoys dark chocolate, sour cherries or classic Balkan confectionery. Its stylish presentation box and long-established recipe make it especially suitable for birthdays, dinner hosts, Christmas, Valentine's Day or a nostalgic taste of home.
How should I store Griotte chocolates?
Keep the box in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. Avoid warm kitchens or radiators, as heat can soften the dark chocolate and affect the liquid centre.