It all started in 1845. Meurisse is turning 180 this year.
Since 1845
Our great-great-great-grandfather and patissier A. Meurisse was a pioneer as he founded the first Belgian chocolate factory in 1845 in Antwerp at a time when chocolate was still a rare delicacy. Meurisse was awarded several degrees of honour at the Exposition International d’Anvers at the end of the 19th century and at the World Expo in Brussels at the beginning of the 20th century. Meurisse is the oldest Belgian chocolate and has always put progress at the core of its endeavours.
Iconic chocolate
Meurisse created many famous chocolate brands before the first world war, which were immensely popular throughout the 20t century: many of us still remember the first chocolate bar in Belgium launched in 1904. Others indulged endlessly in a fondant chocolate with praline filling, invented in 1954.
New generation
Today, six generations down the line, we are bringing back the eponymous Meurisse brand, with respect to its rich heritage, simultaneously embracing the future in line with Meurisse’s progressive and innovative DNA.
Our commitments
Meurisse is driven by a passion for creating extraordinary chocolate that is both delicious and sustainable. We are committed to sourcing the finest ingredients from the best suppliers, and to using our business to make a positive impact on the lives of our farmers, employees, customers, and our planet.
