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WOW Chocolao! Review: Are These Chocolate Truffles Worth Gifting?
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WOW Chocolao! Review: Are These Chocolate Truffles Worth Gifting?

We looked at WOW Chocolao!'s truffle gift jars, vegan options and sustainability claims to see whether the brand lives up to its 'best chocolate truffles you've ever tried' tagline.

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Marcus Bell

Home & Lifestyle Editor

October 3, 20264 min read
Our rating

Chocolate truffles are an easy gift but a hard one to get right, since many boxes look better than they taste. WOW Chocolao! has built its brand on a bold tagline, calling itself the best chocolate truffles you've ever tried, so we looked at what the shop offers and whether the details back that claim.

A flavor range built for gifting

The core lineup is wide: classic, cocoa nibs, salted caramel, sea salt, hazelnut, pistachio, raspberry macaron, champagne, Cointreau, chili and mint, plus a vegan, dairy-free truffle. Seasonal editions for Christmas, Halloween, Easter and Valentine's mean there is almost always a themed gift available.

WOW Chocolao! pistachio macaron chocolate truffle gift jar surrounded by pistachios and macarons
The pistachio macaron flavor in the brand's recycled-material gift jar.

Jars, bags and bulk

Most flavors come in a 130g gift jar made from recycled materials or in a biodegradable bag, with XL 250g boxes for bigger gifts and bulk packs for refilling or serving. That range covers a single present, a party table or a restaurant's coffee service.

WOW Chocolao! sea salt chocolate truffle jar on a sunny beach
The sea salt truffles, one of the savory-sweet flavors in the core range.

Sustainability beyond the label

The brand says it has removed plastic from most packaging, uses 100% recycled plastic where plastic remains, offsets its carbon and plants a tree for every product sold. Those are company claims we have not independently audited, but they are specific and easy to check on the site.

Shipping and guarantee

Orders ship worldwide with DHL, with delivery quoted at within two working days, and the shop offers a satisfaction guarantee with a refund if you are not happy. Customers on the site mention truffles arriving in good condition even on long trips.

  • Best for: gifts, party tables and anyone who wants a wide range of flavors in one order
  • First order tip: pick a spread of flavors, such as classic, salted caramel and a fruity one, before committing to a favorite
  • Dietary note: a vegan, dairy-free truffle is available, so check each flavor before buying for guests
“A good truffle brand wins on texture and balance, and a long flavor list only helps if the basics are right.”
— CouponVera home desk

Our verdict

WOW Chocolao! offers a broad, well-packaged truffle range with specific sustainability commitments and a satisfaction guarantee. With a 4.7-star average across 159 reviews, it is a safe pick for gifting and a good place to explore flavors.

What we liked

  • + Large flavor range, from classic and salted caramel to champagne, chili and vegan
  • + Gift jars, biodegradable bags and bulk sizes cover gifting, snacking and entertaining
  • + Packaging and carbon commitments go beyond the usual 'eco' label, including a tree planted with every product sold

Where it falls short

  • − The sheer number of flavors and seasonal editions can make choosing hard
  • − Truffles are a small, rich treat, so they suit gifting more than everyday snacking

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