Award-Winning Exeter Craft Chocolate Maker Rebrands from Exe Chocolate to Nicola’s

After almost four years of crafting award-winning, bean-to-bar chocolate under the name Exe Chocolate, chocolate maker and educator Nicola Knight is proud to announce an exciting rebrand to Nicola’s (strapline: A Chocolate Adventure). This new chapter reflects Nicola’s personal, hands-on approach, passion for chocolate-making adventures, and desire to take her brand to a wider international audience.

While the name has changed, the quality and commitment to ethical and sustainable sourcing remain the same. Each bar continues to be handcrafted in small batches from the finest ethically sourced cacao, celebrating the diversity of flavours that real chocolate has to offer. Nicola’s mission is to bring together the global and local community of growers and makers and weave them into a range of amazing chocolate products.

A Name That Tells a Story
Nicola’s rebrand stems from a desire to make her brand more personal and to have a name that people across the world can connect with. “I wanted a name that reflects not just where I make chocolate, but who I am as a maker,” Nicola explains. “This brand is about my journey, my passion, and my belief that chocolate should be an adventure - one that people can experience with me.” 
The new name also signals a broader vision, positioning Nicola’s as a brand that is recognisable and accessible to chocolate lovers worldwide, beyond its Devon roots.

A Bold New Look
The brand’s new identity has been beautifully brought to life by Heather of Pelosi Creative, who transformed Nicola’s vision. “I wanted a brand that signalled travel, adventure, and discovery - a reflection of both the journey cacao takes from farm to bar and the experience of tasting truly incredible chocolate,” Nicola says. “Heather took this concept and worked her magic, creating a design that feels fresh, exciting, and true to my story.”

A Mission for Ethical & Experiential Chocolate
At the heart of Nicola’s is a drive to create exceptional chocolate that inspires curiosity, and builds a deeper connection between people and cacao. This rebrand allows Nicola to fully embody that vision - offering not just chocolate, but an experience that brings customers on a journey from bean to bar. Whether through educational workshops, tasting experiences, or lovingly crafted chocolate products, Nicola’s is about making craft chocolate approachable, exciting, and rooted in sustainability.

A Chocolate Experience Like No Other
Nicola’s is more than just a chocolate brand - it’s a space for education, exploration, and connection. Nicola, an experienced teacher, and trained chocolate taster with the International Institute of Chocolate and Cacao Tasting (IICCT), is known not only for her chocolate but for her dedication to sharing knowledge through workshops, tastings, and experiences. Watch this space for exciting events news coming soon!

Join the Adventure
To celebrate the launch, Nicola’s will be unveiling its new look and latest creations throughout March and April, just in time for Easter. Chocolate lovers can follow along with Nicola’s adventures with chocolate on Instagram (@nicolas_chocolateadventures) and sign up for Nicola’s newsletter to hear about developments, new products and events.
For more information, visit www.nicolaschocolate.com or contact Nicola directly at hello@nicolas_chocolateadventures.com.