Press & Awards
We’re beyond lucky to do what we love, and to have folks like it.
Hummingbird has received many awards over the years – some by established chocolate competitions like the Academy of Chocolate and International Chocolate Awards, and others from food critics, writers and consumers who appreciate exceptional chocolate and have expressed their accolades.
We’ve been recognized for the outstanding chocolate that we make, for our business ingenuity, and also for the contribution that Hummingbird Chocolate makes to the community. We are honoured by all of the awards, press and support we have received over the years and wish to thank you for recognizing our efforts.
Awards
To date we’ve won over 140 international chocolate awards, including being named the “best chocolate in the world” in 2016 by the Academy of Chocolate, with their grand prize, the Golden Bean.
The Golden Bean
The UK-based Academy of Chocolate is a celebration of good chocolate and a forum that encourages ethical craft. Its annual competition draws in some of the best artisans from Europe and around the globe and we’re really elated that the Hummingbird team can be counted among such great company.
We’re very proud that Hispaniola 70% received the top honour at the 2016 Academy of Chocolate Awards Gala – the 2016 Golden Bean. Great cacao beans are the root of great chocolate and the farmers and team at OKO Caribe in northern Dominican Republic use care and craft to grow some of the very best. Thank you small, but mighty, Hummingbird team – you guys rock!
Thank you Academy of Chocolate for shining a light on fine chocolate (we’ve always wanted to thank the Academy).
Media Stories
7 of the best bean-to-bar chocolate makers to 'buy Canadian' - National Post
These internationally award-winning chocolate makers make some of the most Canadian chocolate you can find.
Rosey and the chocolate factory - CTV Morning Live
One of only a few bean to bar, craft chocolate makers in Canada, Hummingbird Chocolate makes everything in house. Rosey went to go see how it’s done.
The rising costs of cocoa and its impact on your next sweet treat in Lanark County - Inside Ottawa Valley
Chocolate may be sweet, but rising cocoa prices are proving to be a bitter pill to swallow for some Lanark County businesses.
Meet Hummingbird Chocolate—Canada’s most awarded chocolate maker - Chocolatour
I often get asked by readers and friends as to what chocolate I recommend or “is the best.” To help you with your chocolate shopping, and in honour of the great chocolate being handcrafted in Canada, I dedicate this post to one of my favourite chocolate makers, Hummingbird Chocolate based in Almonte, Ontario, featuring one of Canada’s dedicated #WomenInChocolate.
Meet Erica Gilmour, co-founder of Hummingbird Chocolate, an ethical and sustainable bean-to-bar brand - Women of Influence
Erica Gilmour is the co-founder and President of Hummingbird Chocolate, a bean-to-bar chocolate maker based in the small town of Almonte, Ontario.
Expansion a sweet experience for award-winning Almonte chocolate maker - Inside Ottawa Valley
Hummingbird Chocolate Maker celebrates grand opening of 10,000-square-foot production facility, retail shop and café July 9.
Bite Sized: 5 Minutes with Erica Gilmour of Hummingbird Chocolate - Bean to Barstool
In this episode of Bean to Barstool Bite Sized, host David Nilsen spends five minutes with Erica Gilmour of Hummingbird Chocolate.
Chocolate equals happiness at Hummingbird Chocolate Café - Ottawa Life
They say that money can't buy happiness. However, it can definitely buy chocolate, which will put a smile on your face! I recently visited the new Hummingbird Chocolate Café in Almonte, Ontario.
Media Inquiries
We love working with journalists looking to share compelling and unique stories!
If you’re a member of the media and would like to connect, please get in touch with us at hello@hummingbirdchocolate.com.