The Nib

All About Chocolate- Your Chocolate Questions, Answered

We’ve been making transparently-traced chocolate for 16 years, and in that time, we’ve been asked A LOT of questions about our craft. We’ve collected the most frequently asked chocolate Q’s and ans...

Seed Tempering Dark Chocolate At Home

Tempering chocolate is a bit of an art, and a bit of a science. It’s a sure way to elevate your favorite confections and chocolate recipes. After all, who doesn’t love cookies dipped or drizzled in...

Lawren Askinosie’s Festive Favorites

Lawren Here: Creating new products is one of my favorite parts of my job. I love working hand-in-hand with our Head Chocolate Maker to ideate and sample numerous iterations of new chocolatey things...

Askinosie Music Shakers: An Upcycling Art Project

You’ve run out of your coveted Askinosie Chocolate Covered Malt Ball or Chocolate Covered S’more Bites stash, and all you’re left with is empty containers– now what? Instead of throwing out your ol...

How To Host Your Own Chocolate Tasting

Hosting a virtual or in-person chocolate tasting doesn’t need to be fancy or intimidating. Anyone can do it! One reason we love tastings? Taking a moment to savor something special is a little slic...

Tips For Storing Chocolate

Ever wonder, would it be cool to put my chocolate in the fridge? Stashed in the freezer?? Never fear, we’re here with a few handy tips on how to store your chocolate score. The same as you, choco...