Lindt

Lindt & Sprüngli AG, more commonly known as Lindt, is a Swiss chocolatier and confectionery company recognized globally for its premium chocolate products. Founded in 1845, the company has a rich history and has significantly contributed to the evolution of chocolate making.

History

Lindt was established in 1845 by David Sprüngli-Schwarz and his son, Rudolf Sprüngli-Ammann, in Zurich, Switzerland. Initially, the company was named David Sprüngli & Son, but it was later changed to Lindt & Sprüngli AG after the acquisition of Rodolphe Lindt's chocolate factory in 1899.

Rodolphe Lindt, a Swiss chocolatier, was the inventor of the conching process, a technique that significantly improved the quality of chocolate by making it smoother and more aromatic. The acquisition of Lindt's factory not only gave the company its current name but also access to Lindt's revolutionary chocolate-making process.

Products

Lindt offers a wide range of products, including chocolate bars, truffles, and seasonal confections. Some of its most popular products include the Lindt Gold Bunny, a hollow milk chocolate bunny available during Easter, and Lindor, a line of chocolate truffles with a smooth, melting filling.

The Lindor truffle, introduced in 1949, is perhaps Lindt's most famous product. It is characterized by a hard chocolate shell encasing a smooth chocolate filling. It comes in various flavors, including milk, white, dark, and extra dark chocolate, and is available in different sizes.

Global Presence

Today, Lindt operates more than 410 chocolate cafes and shops worldwide. It has production sites in Europe and the United States and its products are sold in more than 120 countries.

See Also

• Swiss Chocolate
• Conching
• Lindor