The Sweet Success of Coblentz Chocolates
From Farm Roots to Family Brands
Micelli Chocolate Molds
In the heart of Ohio’s Amish country, nestled among rolling hills and country roads, a modest idea took shape in 1987. Jason and Mary Coblentz weren’t setting out to build a chocolate empire. They were looking to serve their community. With Jason balancing work on the family farm and running a food distribution route, and Mary bringing in a fierce commitment to quality and care, they opened the doors to what would eventually become Coblentz Chocolate Company.
Three decades later, their name is synonymous with handcrafted confections, hometown values, and a family-first approach that continues to shape everything they do.
Where Craft Meets Community
At its core, Coblentz has always been about connection. Not just between chocolate and consumer—but between business and community, employer and employee, tradition and innovation.
“We create artisan and quality confections with optimal safety measures—made for chocolate lovers by chocolate lovers,” the team shares. And you can taste that passion in every piece.
From caramels and toffees to meltaways and signature bars, the company still uses many of the same recipes it did over 30 years ago. What’s changed is how they present them. Packaging has evolved. So has scale. But the integrity of their product—and the people behind it—remains rock solid.
The Coblentz Way: Chocolate with Heart
Rather than sourcing cacao directly, Coblentz describes themselves as confectioners who work with high-quality chocolate to enrobe and deposit their creations. Still, ethical sourcing is no afterthought. Every supplier is carefully vetted, and founder Jason’s experience with direct trade initiatives in other industries has helped shape the company’s values around sustainability and labor practices.
Their chocolate philosophy is simple: smooth, creamy fillings—not overly sweet—that pair beautifully with milk and semi-sweet chocolates. It’s a flavor balance that their loyal fans have come to expect—and love.
Built to Last, Built Together: Micelli Mold Partnership
Creating timeless chocolate requires timeless tools—and that’s where Micelli comes in.
“Micelli has been a valued partner in our chocolate mold development,” says the Coblentz team. “Their win-win mindset has been top-notch. When we succeed, they succeed.” It’s this collaborative spirit that has helped Coblentz elevate not just the quality of their molds but the design precision needed for their expanding production lines.
That partnership has supported standout creations like their iconic Peanut Butter Buckeyes—a crowd favorite and an Ohio classic, available both individually and as part of their customizable chocolate boxes.
The People Behind the Process
Coblentz knows that running a great chocolate company means taking care of more than just the chocolate. One of their biggest challenges? Finding and retaining great people. Their solution? Show them they matter.
“When we take an interest in our team’s lives, they realize they’re valued. That engagement transforms how they show up at work—and in the marketplace.”
This family-first culture extends beyond the factory. From retail tours that teach customers about artisan chocolate to product sampling in-store and educational content on social media, Coblentz sees every interaction as a chance to connect.
Growing the Family, Not Just the Business
In the past year, the company stepped confidently into its next evolution, rebranding as Coblentz Family Brands, Inc., with Coblentz Chocolate Company standing proudly as its flagship brand.
Their vision now spans far beyond their original storefront. With expansion across retail, ecommerce, wholesale, and co-manufacturing, the goal is clear: to build a portfolio of brands rooted in craftsmanship, care, and consistency.
And the roadmap is already in motion.
For Future Chocolatiers: Know What It Takes
For those looking to enter the chocolate world, the Coblentz team offers practical advice: “Always sell quality and know your costs.” They admit that in the early days, they had the quality down—but not the numbers. It’s a lesson learned and now passed down: understanding your costs—product, labor, overhead—is essential to sustainability.
Coblentz Chocolate Company proves that sweet success comes from more than great chocolate. It comes from great people, great values, and great partnerships—like the one they’ve cultivated with Micelli.