Our story

Hello

We’re Rebecca & Rich, founders of Harth. Born in the middle of lockdown from a love of good food and even better hot chocolate.

What started in a Somerset kitchen, with a few doorstep drop-offs to friends, quickly (and gloriously) got out of hand. But our story really began much earlier. We first met back in 2010 while working as head chef and restaurant manager at a veggie restaurant in Bath. After going our separate ways for a while, we reunited in 2020 to collaborate on a few food projects and that’s when things started to click.

Around the same time, Rich’s wife Helen launched a chocolate truffle company, which got us thinking more seriously about chocolate and what actually goes into it. With young families of our own, we’d started paying closer attention to ingredients, and were surprised by how many chocolate products were packed with unnecessary additives, preservatives and overly processed ingredients.

We believe chocolate should still feel like a treat, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be full of things you can’t pronounce. So we set out to create something better. Chocolate that’s simple, honest, and made with care. The kind we’d happily give to our own families, and proudly share with friends.

From those early kitchen experiments to our first small batches, Harth has always been about doing things properly: great ingredients, thoughtful sourcing, and making products that taste as good as they feel. What began as a lockdown project soon grew into something much bigger and we’re still just getting started.

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Our Ingredients

We use natural, unalkalized cocoa for a richer, more complex chocolate flavor that’s also higher in fiber. To sweeten our milkshakes and barista hot chocolate, we turn to coconut blossom sugar, which has a lower glycemic index than regular sugar, giving you gentle, natural sweetness without the spike. Simple, thoughtful ingredients that make every cup feel indulgent and wholesome.

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Sustainability

We believe every cup of hot chocolate can be kind to you and the planet. That’s why we craft our blends with care, in small batches, and package them in plastic-free, fully recyclable materials. As a certified B Corporation, we’re committed to meeting high standards of social and environmental impact. From sourcing to sipping, we aim for a light footprint, so you can enjoy your chocolate guilt-free and cozy in the knowledge that sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.

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Our Love for Nature

We’ve always loved being outdoors, whether wandering through forests, hiking trails, or breathing in the salty sea air. There’s nothing better than getting a little cold, then warming up with a steaming mug of hot chocolate in hand. That connection to nature shapes everything we do, from choosing sustainable practices to plastic-free packaging. It’s also why we proudly support the Seagrass Project, helping to protect the special spaces that inspire us and bring joy to so many.

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