What Compartes Chocolates does

Compartes Chocolatier is a Los Angeles-based, privately held gourmet chocolate manufacturer founded in 1950, operating as a vertical artisan producer with a working factory in Los Angeles where chocolates are hand-tempered and hand-decorated daily. Its core product line comprises chocolate bars, truffles, assorted gift boxes, chocolate-covered fruit, specialty items (peanut brittle, bark, marshmallows, hot chocolate, boozy and matcha varieties), and seasonal collections; the portfolio is extended by vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free assortments, a Dubai Chocolate specialty line, an Advent Calendar, and dedicated wedding-favors and holiday SKUs.

The company monetizes through three primary streams: (1) direct-to-consumer product sales via its owned e-commerce storefront at compartes.com with nationwide shipping (free over $99, No Melt Guarantee) and a Los Angeles boutique; (2) a recurring Chocolate Club monthly subscription delivering limited-edition and exclusive flavors; and (3) a B2B corporate gifting and custom-logo chocolate program, supplemented by a wholesale channel for gourmet retailers. Pricing spans roughly $12 for individual bars to $300 for luxury SKUs such as the Edible Chocolate Chess Board, with gift boxes ranging from $42 (10-piece truffles) to $140 (large assortments).

Compartes is led by chocolatier Jonathan Grahm, who is publicly credited as the creative force behind its avant-garde flavor combinations and packaging design. The business targets gift-givers, corporate/enterprise clients, chocolate enthusiasts, and dietary-conscious consumers. Recent strategic activity includes a December 2025 limited-edition collaboration with Panda Express and earned-media features in Forbes, USA Today, and the New York Post. No external funding rounds, institutional investors, or M&A activity are disclosed.

Name

Compartes Chocolates

Legal name

Compartes Chocolatier

Website

https://compartes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Compartes Chocolatier is a Los Angeles-based, family-founded gourmet chocolate maker (est. 1950) that handcrafts premium bars, truffles, and gift assortments, selling direct-to-consumer via compartes.com, through corporate gifting and custom-logo orders, a monthly Chocolate Club subscription, and wholesale partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Gourmet Confectionery

NAICS

Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing (31135), Confectionery Manufacturing from Purchased Chocolate (311352), Confectionery and Nut Retailers (445292)

SIC

Sugar & Confectionery Products (2060)

akta.pro primary industry

Chocolate & Chocolate Confectionery (CRADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gourmet & Fine Food Stores (CRAHAGAG), Specialty Food Gift Shops & Hampers (CRAHAGAN)

Keywords

• Gourmet chocolate bars
• Handcrafted chocolate truffles
• Corporate chocolate gifting
• Chocolate subscription box
• Luxury confections

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Direct Chocolate Product Sales: One-time purchase revenue from selling handcrafted chocolate bars, truffles, gift boxes, chocolate-covered fruit, and specialty items through e-commerce and retail channels.
2. Chocolate Club Subscription: Monthly subscription service offering members first access to limited-edition bars, exclusive flavors not available to general public, and fresh batches of newest inventions delivered monthly.
3. Corporate Gifting & Custom Chocolate: B2B revenue from corporate gift programs and custom logo chocolate services including personalized packaging and branded inserts for enterprise clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Compartes Chocolates handcrafts premium gourmet chocolate bars, truffles, gift boxes, chocolate-covered fruit, and specialty items in its Los Angeles factory. The company sells directly to consumers through its e-commerce storefront and LA boutique, runs a monthly Chocolate Club subscription, and operates a corporate gifting program offering custom-logo chocolates and branded packaging for business clients.

Product overview

Compartes Chocolates is a luxury chocolate maker offering handcrafted chocolate bars and truffles from their Los Angeles factory since 1950. The product portfolio centers on core offerings including Chocolate Bars (premium gourmet bars with unique flavors like donuts and coffee, pretzel, berries, s'mores), Chocolate Truffles (signature gift boxes with 10-40 pieces in artistic packaging), Chocolate Boxes (assorted gift collections), Chocolate Covered Fruit (apricots, oranges, strawberries), Specialty Chocolate (covered strawberries, peanut brittle, bark, marshmallows), and Gift Baskets. The company differentiates through Custom Chocolate (logo-personalized corporate gifts) and a Chocolate Club subscription delivering limited-edition monthly bars. Additional offerings include Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Dairy-Free product lines, seasonal Holiday Collections (Easter, Valentine's Day, Christmas), Wedding Favors, Advent Calendars, and Dubai Chocolate specialty items. Corporate Gifts with custom branding and packaging serve business clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Chocolate Club: A monthly chocolate subscription service offering limited-edition bars, exclusive flavors, and fresh batches of newest inventions delivered monthly.

Products and services

• Chocolate Bars Premium gourmet chocolate bars featuring unique flavor combinations such as donuts and coffee, pretzel sourdough, cookies and cream, berries, campfire s'mores, tiramisu, and strawberry shortcake, wrapped in custom artwork designed for each flavor profile.
• Chocolate Truffles Handcrafted gourmet truffles available in signature gift boxes ranging from 10 to 40 pieces, presented in bold geometric prints and classic Americana packaging.
• Chocolate Gift Boxes Assorted chocolate gift boxes including the World Famous Gourmet Chocolates Assortment and World's Best Chocolate Assortment Large Gift Box featuring mixed dark and milk chocolate pieces.
• Chocolate Covered Fruit Gourmet chocolate-covered fruits including apricots, orange slices, and strawberries dipped in premium dark or milk chocolate.
• Chocolate Gift Baskets Curated gift baskets featuring assorted gourmet chocolates, suitable for various occasions and recipient types.
• Specialty Chocolate Items Specialty chocolate items including chocolate-covered strawberries, peanut brittle, chocolate bark, gourmet marshmallows, hot chocolate, baking chocolate, boozy chocolate, and matcha chocolate.
• Custom Chocolate Service Personalized chocolate gifts that can be customized with company logos or custom designs, featuring custom packaging and branded inserts for corporate gifting needs.
• Corporate Gifts Program Luxury corporate gifting solutions featuring custom logo chocolates, custom packaging, and branded inserts for business clients and employee appreciation.
• Chocolate Club Subscription Monthly chocolate subscription service delivering limited-edition bars, exclusive flavors not available to the general public, and fresh batches of newest chocolate inventions.
• Dubai Chocolate Collection Specialty chocolate collection featuring Middle Eastern-inspired flavors and ingredients.
• Vegan Chocolate Collection Vegan chocolate options including the California Love Pretzel Chocolate Bar and California Berries Chocolate Bar made with premium dark chocolate.
• Gluten-Free Chocolate Collection Gluten-free chocolate selections including dark chocolate varieties up to 75% cacao that are naturally dairy-free.
• Dairy-Free Chocolate Collection Dairy-free chocolate selections, including dark chocolate varieties up to 75% cacao that are naturally dairy-free.
• Chocolate Advent Calendar Seasonal advent calendar product for the holiday season.
• Wedding Favors Custom chocolate wedding favors including personalized wedding chocolates with monogram initials in elegant gift packaging.
• Compartes Gift Card Gift cards allowing recipients to choose their own gourmet chocolate selections.
• Panda Express x Compartes Limited-Edition Chocolate Bars Limited-edition chocolate bars co-created with Panda Express, inspired by Panda Express dishes for National Comfort Food Day, including a Fortune Cookie Chocolate Bar distributed at Panda Express locations.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Panda ExpressflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 December 2025Panda Express collaborated with Compartes to create an exclusive line of limited-edition chocolate bars inspired by Panda Express dishes, celebrating National Comfort Food Day on December 5, 2025. Customers received a free Fortune Cookie Chocolate Bar with purchase of any 2-item Panda Express plate at participating locations, demonstrating Compartes' ability to secure high-profile brand collaborations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mast Brothers Chocolate: Brooklyn-based craft bean-to-bar chocolate maker with premium bars, retail locations, and DTC e-commerce. Directly comparable on small-batch artisan positioning and design-forward brand aesthetic.
• Jacques Torres Chocolate: New York-based premium chocolatier with artisan bars, truffles, gift boxes, retail boutiques, and nationwide shipping. Comparable on premium handcrafted assortment, gifting focus, and luxury positioning.
• Neuhaus Chocolate: Belgian heritage chocolatier with premium pralines, truffles, and gift boxes sold globally through DTC and retail. Comparable on premium boxed-chocolate assortment, gifting occasion focus, and luxury positioning.
• Vosges Haut-Chocolat: Chicago-based premium chocolatier known for exotic and avant-garde flavor combinations (matcha, curry, bourbon). Closely comparable to Compartes on creative flavor innovation, premium DTC positioning, and gift-box-led assortment strategy.
• Dandelion Chocolate: San Francisco bean-to-bar craft chocolate maker with single-origin bars, factory cafes, and subscription offerings. Comparable to Compartes on artisan handcraft positioning, single-factory production, DTC e-commerce, and subscription revenue.
• Recchiuti Confections: San Francisco-based artisan chocolatier specializing in small-batch truffles, caramels, and gift boxes with premium DTC and wholesale distribution. Closely comparable to Compartes on artisan craft, premium gifting focus, and California-based handcraft production.

Broad incumbents

• See's Candies: Iconic American boxed-chocolate retailer founded in 1921 with hundreds of retail shops and broad gifting assortment. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the same premium American boxed-chocolate and gifting category, though with traditional rather than avant-garde positioning.
• Godiva Chocolatier: Global premium Belgian chocolate brand with extensive retail, DTC, and gifting assortment. Comparable as a broader incumbent in premium chocolate gifting, though operating at much larger scale and more traditional positioning.
• Lindt & Sprüngli: Swiss global premium chocolate maker with strong gift-box presence and broad retail distribution. Comparable as a broader incumbent in premium chocolate gifting and occasion-based consumption.
• Ghirardelli Chocolate Company: San Francisco-based premium chocolate maker with gifting squares, gift boxes, and DTC. Comparable on US premium chocolate gifting positioning and California-based brand heritage.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/compartes
• Facebookfacebook.com/compartes
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/compartes-chocolatier

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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