With more than 60 specialty flavors, it’s not possible to keep them all stocked in the chocolate case year-round, says Joana Whittingham, who owns Fera’wyn’s Artisan Chocolates with her husband, David. Cycling in seasonal flavors keeps guests of the chocolatier, bakery, and coffee shop excited to see what’s new.
Featured fall and holiday flavors include Pumpkin, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Peppermint Bark, Gingerbread, and Mint Frost. Each truffle is carefully crafted — a “one-bite wonder” — requiring three to five days to complete from start to finish.
“They are luxurious. They are beautiful. They make a great gift,” Joana says. “There will be something in every box that somebody in your group will love.”
Pumpkin Spice Latte is a new flavor this year, inspired by the ubiquitous fall coffee drink that is a popular order at Fera’wyn’s coffee counter.
Joana and David prefer a polished look over slabs of holiday bark, thus their spin on the Peppermint Bark truffle.
“We use peppermint oil, and then we use sprinkles for color, and they give you a little surprise crunch.”
“Gingerbread is a very popular flavor here,” continues Joana. “It’s a high molasses, kind of spicy, warm chocolate.”
Later into winter, watch for Mint Frost, signified by the blue tree design. “It’s a milk chocolate peppermint, and it’s a really smooth, creamy experience,” Joana says.
Joana insists you will always find their two top sellers — Limoncello and Bourbon — in the case. The absence of either flavor may incite a riot among Fera’wyn’s regulars.
“I don’t think anybody drinks as much bourbon as Holly Springs,” she says with a laugh.
