Options Belgian Choc hot chocolate

Options is a prominent brand of instant low-calorie hot chocolate, widely recognised in the United Kingdom for its signature velvet texture and range of indulgent flavours. The brand was first introduced in 1990 by the British tea and beverage specialist Twinings, originally evolving from the 'Ovaltine Chocolate Collection'. It was specifically designed to offer a satisfying chocolate experience with significantly fewer calories than traditional drinking chocolate.

While the brand is deeply rooted in the British market and is often associated with R. Twining and Company Limited, the actual production takes place in Switzerland. Specifically, it is manufactured by Wander AG, a Swiss company based in Neuenegg. This manufacturing arrangement is a result of the historical ties within the corporate structure of its owners.

Today, the Options brand is part of the Twinings Ovo division. This division is owned by Associated British Foods (ABF), a major British multinational food processing and retail company. Associated British Foods, which is headquartered in London, oversees a vast portfolio of global brands, ensuring that Options remains a staple in the hot beverage aisles of supermarkets across the UK and internationally.