Ritter Sport Fondente 50% chocolate bar

Ritter Sport is a globally recognized German confectionery brand famous for its iconic quadratic (square) chocolate bars. The company was founded by Alfred Ritter and Clara Ritter in 1912 in Stuttgart, Germany. The unique square shape was introduced in 1932 to ensure the chocolate bar could fit into a sport jacket pocket without breaking, hence the name 'Sport'.

Unlike many global snack brands that have been acquired by large conglomerates, Ritter Sport remains a family-owned enterprise, managed by Alfred Theodor Ritter, the grandson of the founders. The main manufacturing facility is located in Waldenbuch, Germany, which supplies most of the international market. The company is particularly known for its commitment to sustainability, owning its own cocoa plantation, El Cacao, in Nicaragua to ensure ethical sourcing.