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Lincolnshire chocolate maker sees sales more than double in 12 months

Lincolnshire chocolate maker sees sales more than double in 12 months

Hames Chocolates is experiencing significant double-digit sales growth, as businesses increasingly look to source products from home-grown producers rather than import from Europe or China.

“Brexit has really shone a spotlight on all the fantastic produce made in this country, which means there has never been a better time for British manufacturers, like Hames Chocolates," said Carol Oldbury, Director of Hames Chocolates. "This trend has had a significant impact on our business, with sales of our Lincolnshire-made chocolates up by +68 per cent versus the same period in 2020. This growth is partly due to an increased uptake of our private label offering, which includes hot chocolate spoons and bombes.


“Our decision to invest across all areas of the business is another factor behind this growth. This included sourcing new equipment to increase efficiencies and the amount we can produce, which has opened up new revenue streams. We have also recently ordered a new enrobing line and cooling tunnel, which allow us to grow our vegan chocolate production capacity. With sales of our vegan chocolate ranges growing by +155 per cent compared to the previous year, we’re confident the new line will tap into the consumer trend for plant-based foods, such as chocolate.

“As we look ahead to 2022, we already have a strong pipeline well beyond spring, which is why, we are setting our sights on further increasing our chocolate production and packing capacity, so we can make even more great British chocolate. We are also looking to be the UK’s first choice private label partner.”

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