Lake Champlain Chocolates

Lake Champlain Chocolates manufactures chocolate and other confection items available for retail purchase.

This chocolatier makes sensational truffles, caramels, candies, fudge, and even hot chocolate. The chocolates are all natural, made in Vermont, and make a great edible souvenir.

Visit the Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory in Burlington and have the experience of your life. Get acquainted with the chocolate making process and enjoy some delicious handmade chocolates at the end of your tour! There are regular guided tours conducted.

In 1983, Jim Lampman, owner of Burlington, Vermont's acclaimed Ice House Restaurant on the Lake Champlain waterfront, was buying expensive boxes of chocolates as gifts for his staff. One day, his pastry chef, a man of high epicurean standards, took Jim aside after receiving one too many boxes. "These chocolates are terrible, " he confessed. "All right then, you do better!" Jim challenged him.

We make all of our chocolates right here in Burlington, Vermont — a truly special place we are proud to make our home. It is... inspiring to be here on the scenic shores of Lake Champlain, in this beautiful state where people love the outdoors and appreciate fine, fresh foods. The pleasure and creativity we find in living here comes to you in the chocolates we hand craft every day. Lake...