Disclosure: This is a sponsored post as I was given some specialty items to review. All opinions expressed are my own.
I like chocolate A LOT! We could probably make that sweets in general. I would say I like them more than the average person. I can polish off a large bag of M&M’s or a bag of cookies in 5 minutes flat (not that I am particularly proud of that). I usually don’t keep sweets in the house, once I start I just can’t stop. I feel badly about it later because I know it is not good for me. Imagine my excitement (and fear) when I was asked to review some specialty chocolates and cookies from German Grocery!
I do not consider myself a connoisseur of any kind, but I have eaten quite a bit of chocolate and cookies in my time. I was determined to approach these with a critical eye and be able to give the most detail possible. Let me start by saying, these are not just any cookies, or any chocolates. Even with my track record I was not able to sit and gobble them down. Their richness and the interest in the flavoring forced me to slow down, take my time and enjoy each taste.
Let’s start with the cookies. The first were chocolate covered and super rich. I was able to eat one at a time only because of the richness, and believe me I am not complaining. The mix of flavors had my mouth on overload, and instead of mindlessly chomping through the entire package, they lasted, and I was able to reward myself with a treat every now and again.
The second bag of cookies were a shortbread sort of cookie. Very sweet, but so delicious. These were the family favorite. Especially for (A) who took a bite and then finished the cookie with an enthusiastic “yummmm!” After the first he said “Mom may I please have another one?” Endorsements don’t really come better than that. They are a great little treat with a cup of coffee or tea, really nice and again, I don’t want to gobble the whole bag. I want to enjoy them slowly.
(A) enjoys a cookie!
(A)’s favorite cookie!
Now the chocolates. The kids didn’t get to try these as they contained liquor. These were left up to the adults. The chocolate on the outside is delicious. I really enjoyed it. Although I usually don’t like too much added to my chocolate (I am a purist) the first chocolates “Laroshell” were more mild and a little more my style. You could barely taste the alcohol. The second chocolate “Brandy Beans” had more of a kick. Still super delish chocolate on the outside I was able to taste the alcohol a bit more. They were yummy and I was able to have a few before my Father in Law confiscated them (they were his clear favorites).
I would without a doubt recommend these treats and the other like it on the German Grocery site. They are not your “everyday” treats. They are a little different and different is nice. I really enjoyed having one or two a day and not gobbling them down mindlessly. My family too. It’s a real treat to have a cookie after dinner with a nice hot drink.
To order German Chocolates and cookies like the ones reviewed in this article contact German Grocery at: http://www.germangrocery.com/. Proudly and privately owned and operated by a Rockland Family, they meet all of your specialty needs.
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