Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa

Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa is a premium dark chocolate bar produced by the renowned Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprüngli. The brand's history dates back to 1845 when David Sprüngli-Schwarz and his son Rudolf Sprüngli-Ammann founded a small confectionery shop in Zurich. A major milestone occurred in 1899 when the Sprüngli family acquired the chocolate factory of Rodolphe Lindt, the inventor of the 'conching' process, which revolutionized chocolate production by creating a smooth, melting texture.

Today, Lindt is a global leader in the premium chocolate segment, with a complex manufacturing and distribution network. While its headquarters and a primary manufacturing site remain in Kilchberg, Switzerland, the company operates 12 production plants across Europe (including Germany, France, Italy, and Austria) and the United States. For the Nordic market, including Sweden, products are typically managed through its local subsidiary, Lindt & Sprüngli (Nordic) AB, based in Solna.

The brand is owned by the publicly traded company Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG. The ownership structure is a mix of institutional investors and foundations, with the Sprüngli family maintaining historical influence through a dual-share structure that ensures long-term continuity and Swiss control of the enterprise.