We are incredibly proud to introduce a new chapter in our peppermint chocolate story - one that brings together two exceptional ingredients, united by shared values of quality, provenance and sustainability.
This launch is about a perfect pairing
Our single estate Black Mitcham peppermint, grown and distilled here on our regenerative Hampshire farm, is now matched with single origin Colombian cocoa from Luker Chocolate - a producer whose approach to chocolate mirrors everything we believe in.
The result is a peppermint chocolate that’s richer, more honest and unmistakably Summerdown.
Single estate meets single origin
We’ve always championed provenance. Knowing where something comes from changes how it tastes - and how it feels to enjoy it.
Our peppermint has a precise origin: one estate, one farm, distilled on site. That clarity has always defined Summerdown. Now, our chocolate meets that same rigourous standard.
The cocoa we’re now using is single origin Colombian cocoa, sourced from Luker Chocolate. Every step - from cocoa growing to chocolate making -is traceable, considered and transparent.
Matching single estate peppermint with single origin cocoa felt like a natural evolution. Not a reinvention- just doing what we’ve always done, more completely.
You can watch the story of Luker chocolate in this short film here.
A commitment to better chocolate
At a time when much of the chocolate industry is moving in the opposite direction - reducing cocoa content and cutting corners - we’ve chosen to do the reverse.
Our new recipe:
- Increases cocoa content
- Elevates flavour depth and balance
- Improves the overall quality of our peppermint chocolate
This isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about making what we believe is the best quality chocolate, properly and without compromise.
The chocolate we’re now using contains 58% cocoa, allowing the peppermint to shine without overpowering the richness of the chocolate itself. It’s smoother, darker and more grown‑up - exactly how we think luxury peppermint chocolate should taste.
Sustainability that goes beyond words
This change also delivers on our sustainability strategy.
Luker Chocolate shares our belief in long‑term relationships, ethical sourcing and environmental responsibility. Their work supports cocoa‑growing communities through education, biodiversity projects and transparent supply chains.
By partnering with a producer whose sustainability credentials match our own, we’re strengthening our supply chain and deepening our commitment to responsible sourcing - ensuring that every chocolate gift you choose from Summerdown reflects values, not just flavour.
Always improving, always open
We believe improvement is a continuous process. This new chocolate represents a significant step forward, but also the beginning of a journey.
Due to current manufacturing constraints, we won’t yet be using Luker chocolate across our entire range. However, two‑thirds of our products will now be made with this new single origin Colombian cocoa.
We’re being open about this because transparency matters to us. We’ll continue to evolve our sourcing and processes as we grow.
Our Hero: Dark Chocolate Peppermint Thins
If you want to experience this perfect pairing at its purest, our dark chocolate peppermint thins are where to start.
They are a simple, uncompromising expression of what we do best:
- 100% single origin Colombian chocolate
- Pure, single estate Black Mitcham peppermint oil
- Nothing unnecessary. Nothing diluted.
Elegant and deeply satisfying, they’re a standout choice for anyone seeking luxury chocolate gifts or simply the very best peppermint chocolate.