Old Kentucky Chocolates has been a sweet part of Lexington since 1964. Our story began when Don and Pat Hurt shifted from running a bakery to following their passion for chocolate. What started as a small backroom operation has grown into a family-ru…
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Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation announced that it is partnering with Old Kentucky Chocolates to raise money for equine veterinary research through the production and sale of equine-inspired boxes of chocolate. The boxes will contain informati…
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A common question we get here at OKC is how one should properly store chocolate in order to keep it fresh. There's a little bit more to it than just putting it in the fridge to chill.Storage Conditions: Chocolate should ideally be stored between 65°…
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On August 13th, 2023, Old Kentucky Chocolates was named Best Candy Store in Best of Lexington 2023. In addition, they placed silver in the "Best Dessert" and "Best Place to Buy a Gift".Best of Lexington had over 3,200 businesses, organizations, and i…
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Chocolate has a rich and storied history that spans thousands of years. The earliest known use of chocolate can be traced back to the ancient Mesoamerican cultures of Mexico and Central America. The Aztecs, Mayans, and other indigenous peoples believ…
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