Satin smooth, deliciously creamy, sweet and sensuous – Wicked Chocs epitomizes the way good chocolate should be. Completely confectioned in Singapore, each little piece of heaven not only looks amazing, but tastes spectacular, with a fruity aroma and subtle hint of woodiness. What makes Wicked Chocs stand out from the competition is the variety of unique and somewhat eccentric flavours the pralines come in. Wasabi, sesame, green tea, kaya – all these are just the tip of the iceberg.
Started at the end of 2005, Wicked Chocs aims to produce 100% made in Singapore chocolates using state of the art tempering equipment and ingredients from all over the world. The designs come from Italy and France, the fillings from Belgium, Mexico and Japan, and the nuts from Australia and USA. It is clear a lot of effort goes into the manufacture of these sweet treats.
Among the more popular is the Coco Crown, a delectable dark chocolate praline shaped like a King’s crown with a coconut ganache centre. Complementing each other exquisitely, the chocolate and coconut blend together to create a taste so magnificent and inimitable it will make your tastebuds tingle. The taste of coconut is also not too overwhelming, a mistake oft-made by chocolatiers.
Equally outstanding in terms of aesthetics is Lovers Paradise and Mayflower. A heart-shaped praline so detailed the words “I Love You” are inscribed on it, Lovers Paradise makes a unique and yummy gift for a loved one. The Mayflower, a white chocolate praline that demands attention with its colourful floral design, is not overly sweet but satisfies that chocolate craving nicely.
Nuts about nuts? You will certainly enjoy the crunchy Macachips praline with its macadamia and white chocolate filling. Alternatively, caffeine junkies will take pleasure in the Toraja, consisting of a coffee bean ganache encased within a dark chocolate shell. Beans from Ecuador and Venezuela give this praline a somewhat earthy flavour which is pleasing to the tongue.
One would expect the combination of white chocolate and Wasabi ganache to be slightly jarring. The reality is quite the contrary. As the chocolate subtly masks the sharp Wasabi taste, allowing just a hint of it to shine through, this concoction is unconventional and yet surprisingly easy to enjoy.
Wicked Chocs also produces a collection of liquor truffles to appeal to those who appreciate alcohol. The vibrant, red Moutai truffle and the Jagos V, a vodka truffle, cannot be found elsewhere and pack a bit of punch.
The Kama Sutra Collection
Albeit slightly risqué, Wicked Chocs has recently launched its Kama Sutra Collection, a highly exclusive box set of art chocolates depicting scenes from the Kama Sutra. For the uninitiated, the Kama Sutra is an ancient Indian text dealing with human sexual behaviour.
Rich in graphic detail, this collection is for adults only and requires age verification, and retails at $49.90.
The SD Food Advisor’s take on Wicked Chocs
With such an extensive collection of fine pralines and a manufacturing process that ensures you get only the freshest, Wicked Chocs is truly making a name for itself as a chocolatier. At $1.80 per piece (liquor truffles are $2.80 each), it is tempting to sample each and every piece in the collection! Currently available only through local distributors, these gourmet chocolates make a beautiful gift for those looking for something unusual and special.
Wicked Chocs can be found at:
Wicked Chocs
52, International Road #04-02
Singapore 619626
Tel: 6265 0112
Great White
505 Tampines Avenue #01-05
Tampines Swimming Complex
Singapore 52965
Tel: 6787 9727