Two Decades of Passion for Pure Chocolate
Founded with a vision to craft confectionery that feels ceremonial in the hand and honest on the palate.
2004
Year Founded
Over 20 years of mastery
100%
Pure Cocoa Butter
Zero palm oil substitutes
50+
Master Recipes
Truffles, eclairs & bars
500+
Trusted Partners
Across South India
“Real chocolate is not just sweet indulgence — it is a sensory journey of aroma, texture, and lasting joy.”
Al Mela Artisan Philosophy · Kallambalam
Our Origins & Ethos
Crafted with Honor in the Heart of Kerala
Al Mela International Pvt. Ltd. is one of India’s premier chocolate manufacturing houses, renowned for its uncompromising commitment to quality, taste, and innovation. Founded in 2004 in Kallambalam, Kerala, Al Mela has become a trusted symbol of indulgence in the Indian confectionery landscape.
What began as an artisanal confectionery workshop in Kallambalam has flourished into one of the country's most cherished names in fine chocolate. While our operations have grown, our core principle remains unchanged: every single chocolate is crafted with pure cocoa butter, natural vanilla, and genuine ingredients.
The Al Mela Standard
Four Pillars of Our Craft
The principles that guide every batch, recipe, and customer experience we create.
Uncompromising Purity
We strictly formulate our chocolates with 100% authentic cocoa butter, natural vanilla, and pure dairy cream — never settling for vegetable fats or palm oil shortcuts.
Small-Batch Conching
Our confections undergo slow, 72-hour stone-grinding to break down cocoa solids to microscopic perfection, producing that signature silky melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Bespoke Presentation
Every gift hamper, corporate box, and wedding assortment is encased in rigid velvet-touch packaging with embossed gold foil details.
Ethical Cocoa Sourcing
Direct relationships with certified cocoa growers in the Western Ghats ensure fair compensation, regenerative farming, and the freshest seasonal cocoa harvests.
Mastery in Motion
From Cocoa Bean to Confection
How our chocolatiers transform raw harvests into unforgettable chocolate moments.
Bean Selection & Fermentation
Single-origin cocoa pods are harvested at peak ripeness and naturally fermented in wooden casks to develop deep fruit notes.
Artisanal Gentle Roasting
Custom roast profiles highlight subtle nutty aromas while protecting the delicate floral complexity of the cocoa bean.
72-Hour Slow Stone Conching
Traditional stone rollers refine the cocoa liquor and pure cocoa butter into an ultra-smooth, velvety consistency.
Master Tempering & Hand Pours
Expert temperature curves crystallize the cocoa butter for that quintessential satisfying snap and luminous sheen.
Our Journey
Milestones of Growth
The Genesis in Kallambalam
Al Mela International Pvt. Ltd. was founded with a singular ambition: to introduce authentic European-grade artisan chocolate to India.
Signature Eclairs & Pralines
Pioneered proprietary soft-caramel chocolate eclairs and filled hazelnut truffles, quickly winning hearts across Kerala.
Pan-South India Expansion
Scaled state-of-the-art climate-controlled manufacturing while maintaining strict small-batch quality across 500+ retail partners.
Direct-to-Consumer Boutique
Launched insulated pan-India express dispatch and bespoke digital gifting, delivering freshly crafted confections nationwide.
Experience the Craft in Person
Visit Our Kallambalam Boutique
We warmly invite you to taste our fresh seasonal creations and explore custom gifting options at our flagship facility in Kerala.