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Leibniz Zoo Cocoa biscuits

ownerBahlsen GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
originGermany
manufacturedGermany

Leibniz Zoo Cocoa biscuits are a playful, animal-shaped variety of the classic German biscuit brand, Leibniz. Originally invented by Hermann Bahlsen in 1891 in Hanover, Germany, the brand was named after the famous philosopher and polymath Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, who was also a resident of Hanover. The 'Zoo' line extends this heritage into child-friendly shapes like elephants and lions, flavored with cocoa and baked to a crunchy texture.

Today, the brand remains a flagship of the Bahlsen Group, a family-owned enterprise that has maintained independence for over 135 years. While Bahlsen operates several production facilities across Europe, including sites in Poland, the Leibniz Zoo Cocoa variant found in European markets is primarily manufactured in Germany, upholding the brand's long-standing tradition of German baking excellence. The company continues to be headquartered in Hanover, led by descendants of the founder.

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