World-Class Caribbean Chocolate

Bean-to-bar chocolate crafted in small batches from the finest Caribbean cacao. Rooted in nearly a 100 years of heritage, Forteza combines local tradition with sustainable innovation for world-class flavor.

OUR COLLECTIONs

Three Caribbean chocolate lines crafted in small batches

Signature bars

Crafted Tropical Blends

Enjoy our signature tropical flavors crafted bean-to-bar with selected cacao from Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic.

Grande Bars

For sharing & creating

Large-format bars made to share with the ones you love and for your culinary creations.

Origin Bars

Dark Chocolate Collection​

A curated selection of premium dark chocolates that highlight the unique profiles of Caribbean cacao. 

Our signature crafted bars

Bold flavors that celebrate the best of the Caribbean

About Forteza

Bean-to-bar chocolate crafted with carefully selected cacao from Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic

Keeping it local

We partner with farmers to develop the local cacao industry and produce the finest chocolate in the Caribbean.

Freshness first

Crafted at the source for unmatched transparency and freshness, from the farmers directly to you. 

Four Generations

Combining almost 100 years of tradition with a modern approach, Forteza reflects the Cortés family’s continued passion for Caribbean chocolate.

Sustainably minded

From how we craft our chocolate to how we package it, our bean-to-bar process embodies the commitment we have to a cleaner, more conscious future.

Origin Dark Chocolate

Exceptionally smooth dark chocolate that highlights the unique flavor profiles of Caribbean cacao

Forteza for chefs, pastry chefs & mixologists.

Forteza offers chocolate ideal for desserts, sauces, cocktails, infusions, and culinary programs seeking authenticity, character, and professional quality.

Are you a restaurant, bar, hotel, or culinary business? Let’s discuss collaboration options, samples, and volume pricing.

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Artisanal Caribbean bean-to-bar chocolate made with cacao from Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Authentic flavor, local quality, and a tradition of craftsmanship since 1929.

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Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Closed on holidays.