The butter toffee krack korn puffs is truly cracking good. It's so fluffy and crispy and has a nice subtle sweetness. It's hard to not eat the whole bag in one sitting. I would love to try their other products. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

Elixir Boutique Chocolates - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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All of the staff were super friendly and sweet. They know their products and are obviously proud of what they do. Cashier was very patient with me and answered all my questions. I built my own box of truffles. The chocolates are delicious and beautiful, especially the dark chocolate sea salt caramel pecan clusters. Next time we'll try the Timmy Krack Korn. read more

Friendly staff who gave me a sample of a peanut butter truffle that was creamy and smooth. I also sampled some of the crack corn which is addictive. read more

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This is a little gem tucked away off of Osuna west of Jefferson. We first found them at the Coffee and Chocolate shows and we're impressed by the overall quality of the products they produce. The chocolate is high grade and smooth. The chocolates that have caramel, such as turtles, are amazing. The caramel isn't too sweet and soft. You won't have to worry about pulling out a filling. They also make a sinful concoction called Timmy Krack Korn Puffs. The term "krack" certainly applies. You have one package and you're hooked. It comes in different flavors both sweet and savory and some with heat. Parmesan and garlic is great with soup. This is a small business that usually depends on shows and festivals for the bulk of their business. They do sell through the Keller's stores which is where we usually stock up. Try them. You'll be hooked too. read more

Got 12-piece boxes of truffles for my boss who wants to send to several that he manages, including me! Such a great variety of artisan chocolates with great service to get them boxed and ready for me to send. Super nice owners and workers! Highly recommend. They had my order ready to go. And I had to fast the chocolate. Rich and great strong flavors inside the chocolate. Prices were very reasonable. Will be back! read more

What a little gem this shop is!! Like the little machine that could, they create their beautiful and delicious concoction one small batch at a time. We were lucky enough to see how they do it from the inside. Love their passion and care the two dudes put into their love of chocolates and the Krack!!! Oh my! They are so delicious and addictive wait till you try it! The prices are little on the high side of my budget but it's a fair price for quality hand crafted chocolates & truffles. They don't "make" the corn puffs nor the chocolate base but they do craft their ganache and caramel. Their "printed" finish comes from the use of natural coloring on the transparency sheet masterfully placed on their shiny, beautiful, truffles I would definitely remember this place for my special occasion gifts and treats read more

I'm doing some work at the owners house and they had generously brought me and my coworkers some candy and puff corn and all I have to say is it's the BEST CHOCOLATE EVER. Thank you both so much it was awesome. read more

Five BIG Stars for their products! I absolutely cannot get enough of their "Timmy Krack Korn Puffs". All the Korn flavors are good, but I am partial to the Original Recipe. I think simply because it was the 1st one I tried. It set the standard. Everything else follows in its footsteps. . . closely. And everyone tells me their chocolates are even better. I reluctantly admit I haven't tried them . . . yet. But they are beautiful . . . no they are exquisite. Each one a detailed painting. A melt in your mouth delight to look forward to with each selection. http://www.elixirchocolates.com/varieties.html One star should be lost because of location. (Another hidden gem in our community.) Yes, they are available at select stores around the ABQ valley and at special events, but finding them for a birthday, wedding, anniversary . . . or just any special occasion, is a challenge and the first time takes a GPS. Solution: Go to the website and order. www.elixirchocolates.com. That way they won't all be gone by the time you get home. read more

High quality. Try the corn snacks. Little, tiny elves draw the intricate designs on each chocolate.

Best chocolates. Great variety, pretty presentations. Try the salted caramels; Amazing. You get to choose your variety and they are quick to process...I have to do this on-line and it is great. Larry even caught that I had a mixed up address to send them as gifts. Tim's cracked corn is also SO GOOD. And the peanut and other brittles. You must try (I think it is good that I don't live close or I would be bigger than I am!) Go get some of these treats. Rox read more

Whatever you're doing right now (surfing the internet for cat videos, ignoring your boss, posting status updates), stop. Seriously, drop it, and jot down this note: Elixir Chocolates. You'll thank me after you read this review. Want an exceptionally savvy, cheap date, or crazy fun group outing? Call Tim and Larry at Elixir. Unbeknownst to me, these two great guys had been quietly crafting unf@ckingbelievable cocoa-riffic treats in this city for the better part of 20 years. Yes, 20. And they host these incredible hands-on events at their chocolate factory, near I-25 and Osuna. The events are free, but you'll need to gather a group of 6-10 people. You'll sample virtually any sweet treat you wish, you'll dip your own caramels in chocolate, you'll sample their infamous Timmy Krack Korn (no, this has nothing to do with the band) before, during and after it's baked. The entire evening lasts about 90 minutes. Trust me on this: your teeth will never rot so good. They don't have a storefront, per se, but they sell wholesale at the factory. They also sell their truffles, turtles, and other goodies at Keller's Meats and the Cinnamon Sugar & Spice Cafe. But go to the factory, bring some friends. You won't forget it. Twenty years into this thing, Elixir Chocolates remains a relatively undiscovered, and delightful sweet find in the 505. (But don't take my word for it. Ask the guys who moved in next door, at the medical marijuana dispensary. Just sayin'.) read more

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Visiting from out of town and one of the owners made our experience very memorable! We love your creations and were so excited to get a glimpse into your boutique! We will definitely be coming back! Thank you Tim, Larry & amazing staff! read more

I found Tim & Larry at an event so I can't speak to the store front. But I can talk about what they make. And damn is it goooooooooood. They had a booth at an event I went to and had samples of everything. It was extremely hard to choose. I settled on Timmy Krack Korn Puffs, the original recipe - corn puffs with almonds and pecans, covered in hand-made butter toffee. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmm They melt in your mouth, guys!! read more

I've been a long time customer. Great operation, always friendly staff and I'm loving the Father's Day Package they offered this year. Keep on being awesome and delicious, my favorite chocolatier in town. read more

So, the weird thing is, I have bought deliciousness from these guys previously without knowing it. Then they had a Yelp event, and I bought some more. And then I saw them at the Rio Grande craft fair and bought some more. And the next time I see them I will buy again. There is literally no reason not to shell out a few bucks for this mouth happiness (unless you have some allergy that will literally result in your death - mere puffiness and difficulty breathing is not enough to refrain...) I am a huge chocolate fan, because - duh. Their chocolates are phenomenal. Nuff said. However - let me just tell you: CRACK. The caramel corn stuff they make is CRACK. This is not something I would normally say is a weakness for me. In this case, I made a MASSIVE exception. I watched the (extremely friendly and lovely) guy making it, and I'm pretty sure I know the ingredients, but somehow they slipped in some CRACK while I was not looking. It's RIDICULOUSLY delicious. I could truly eat it all day long. But that would be counterproductive, so it's a good thing they are across town... I bought a few brittles and will do so again. Their chocolates are delicious, as I said, but in my opinion the New Mexico selection of brittles with pinon nuts and chiles is the way to go. Well, that and the CRACK caramel corn. Ridiculous... Enjoy!!! read more

Delicious! Their tempered chocolate has the perfect crunch to it and the insides are truly inspiring! (My favorite is the dark chocolate raspberry filling). Definitely worth looking into read more

This local business does an amazing job of making chocolates. I would say that this is a hidden secret in Albuquerque. They make a great snack called Timmy Crack Corn that is more savory than sweet that is amazing. read more

Ok four words, Timmy Krack Korn Puffs!! Elixir Boutique Chocolates offers a array of chocolates that meet any chocolate lover's soul! Their truffles are fresh and light leaving your palate rejoicing! The Salt Carmel Truffles are delicious. I had a wonderful experience at one of their complimentary (aka free!) Truffle making events! The owners Tim and Larry and helper Bill were so nice and intelligent about the science of chocolate! Handcrafted chocolates that a perfect unique gift for any occasion, either here in Albuquerque or they will ship to order! Thank you Elixir Boutique Chocolates for the delicious chocolates! read more

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Stop making your Kracked corn. I am addicted. So are my coworkers. That stuff is awesome.

I discovered this company at a trade show in Colorado. They really do have a wonderful product. What they don't do is pay attention to details when you place an order. They even have a form to fill out if your shipping address and billing address are different. I ordered some product from them for a friends celebration in a different state. Imagine my surprise when those items showed up at my home instead of the east coast. Too late to make any corrections with the people at Elixir, I ordered different products from a different company and paid the extra coins to get it there on time. This company cost me money. read more

Timmy krack Korn Puffs - Original Recipe This stuff is like CRACK. A sales rep brought some in for us to show her appreciation for the support that my staff and I provide. I had a taste and immediately went online and purchased 4 bags to get free shipping. I shared with the entire office and they put in orders for a few other things as well. If you're getting orders to Pleasanton, you're welcome! HAHA. The original flavor is sweet, salty and a bit of savory. The corn is so airy and soft but the glaze does give a nice crunch. They are just so delicious. In a perfect world you wouldn't share these and everyone would have their own bag. LOL. Of the 4 bags purchased I got 2 original, 1 coconut macadamia, 1 habanero. The original is still my most favorite. The habanero comes in 2nd. Nice cool burn at the end. Not too overpowering. It's compliments the treat very well. The coconut macadamia is good but a bit on the sweeter side. Still very good though! These are amazing. Keep it up! read more

The chocolates here are like a "slice of heaven"! We love everything in this shop and were especially happy to see they deliver out of town. Our sister with Covid said they made her feel better after one bite. Thank you Elixir! read more

Talk about a little piece of heaven! OMG love love love there candy the chocolate turtle with Chile is delicious plus they have flavored popcorn all kinds of different flavors not just the regular Carmel cheese and butter flavors either. It doesn't stop there you will have to go down and check out there shop to see for yourself all I can say is it's delicious! Love love love there candy this will be my new Valentine's day spot to get the best chocolates I've had in a very long time. So if your in the mood for a great tasting treat not just the same old candy bar you need to check this out. Last but not least Tim and Larry the owners who also work in the shop are super friendly and nice and will answer any questions you might have. read more

Truly some of the best chocolates I have ever tasted-especially their salted caramels!!! And great mail-order service, too! read more

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I was ripped off and I'll never order from these people again. Sure, it's important to support small businesses during these "trying times" but now is also the time, apparently, to be wary of ripoffs. I live two states away and was charged $14.00 for shipping. When I got the package, I noticed that the box weighed only 12 ounces. I've mailed over 75,000 packages over the course of my 20 years in business and I know shipping rates. This arrived in a free Priority Mail box that cost them $7.90 to mail. They didn't even have to spent that much. The real cost of shipping for this order, going as a First Class Package, should have been $5.45. So I paid $14.00 for something that should have cost me $5.45. These were some damn expensive candies, and the candy was not "wow" worthy anyway. Needless to say, I'll be staying away from here, both in a mail-order sense and in person (I go to ABQ quite regularly). As a business owner myself, I realize the importance of supporting smaller enterprises, but don't let sympathy and a feeling of obligation to help get in the way of sensible shopping. Don't get ripped off. read more

This stuff is amazing __my favorite is the Timmy Krack corn !! It's addicting - just heard all their spring shows are cancelled - they have a great website -- stock up on line ! read more

Not. Even. Sure. Where. To. Start.... Simply put, please visit Elixir. Small local joint that's been in operation for 20 years and offers all handmade sweets with really high quality ingredients. Why bother getting treats from the 'big guys' when you can literally meet the guys that make this chocolate? 2 dudes make everything, ok there's another dude that makes the Timmy Crack Corn in the back too. The location is really strange, it's a commercial kitchen in a traditional office space. Blink and you'll miss the small showroom, but that's not even the coolest part. The coolest part is that you can have a private wine and chocolate tasting with your family or friends! Just give them a call and they invite you into the kitchen to see how it all comes together. You bring the wine, they provide some snacks. This is followed by a tour where they show you where everything is made. You also get to try your hand at dunking caramels or filling truffles. Spoiler alert: yours won't be as pretty so you get to eat them at the end!!! You're able to taste just about every chocolate that they make including the newest flavor strawberry balsamic. Did I mention that all of this is FREE?! Oh need another reason to book? How about this.... all three gentlemen are former theater people and present hysterically and with unbelievable passion. It's obvious they love this job. They are retired and this is what they do for fun! It's impossible not to fall in love with them, the chocolate, and the story. Book your private event up to 10 people. Also, make this your go to stop for chocolates for yourself and gifts. From now on everyone on my gift list gets Elixir! read more

Some of the best people, and scrumdidilyumpshious chocolates and confections anywhere in town. VERY kid friendly! We went for a private chocolate lesson and helped make truffles. We also tried their Pineapple/Habanero truffle... Wow! read more

Where to start? The perfect, perfect turtles with chewy but not yank your molars out centers? The salted caramels with Black Hawaiian sea salt? The strawberry balsamic and lime cheesecake truffles? Or the Timmy Krack Corn Puffs that taste just like you mixed movie popcorn with your candy and threw in some nuts (it is addictively sweet/salty)? This is chocolate sourced from Guittard and lovingly molded into truly delicious creations. I'm a snob and generally skeptical of local chocolate places, and I was truly impressed. So impressed that I shipped some to my parents in AZ, who also fell immediately in love. If you're looking for a treat, or for a truly local gift, this is an excellent source. read more

Delicious! It's hard to choose a favorite, but the Timmy Crack Corn is not to be missed. Great to support a wonderful local business!

Sorry folks, this chocolate is passable but not excellent. There is a balance that all food vendors have to achieve, they have to create a product whose goodness is worth the price that they are asking for it and this is where Elixir fails so badly. t doesn't matter that the chocolates are "handmade", these chocolates are OK in taste but are unbelievably expensive. Seriously, they are charging more than what we pay in San Francisco or New York City for chocolate that is better than Elixir, so obviously this makes no sense. The pieces of chocolate are extremely small, for what you get you are paying for gold my friends, and this is not a gold standard product, in fact there are now store-bought dark chocolate that are easily as good as these but for a fraction of the price. I normally only buy hand made gourmet chocolate but these prices make it impossible to enjoy this shop. If you think that they have some magical ingredients that somehow makes this a better product then you are wrong my friend. As inarguable proof, just pick up a box of their Dark Chocolate Pecan Turtles (I have one in emu hand right now) and look at the ingredients list. You'll see that there are additional ingredients (corn syrups, flavorings, emulsifiers, colorings and extract) that we do not want. The next time you (or a friend) go to San Francisco or New York City pick up (or have them pick up for you) the same exact product, then compare the ingredients. You'll see that the finest chocolate shops do not have any additional ingredients other than dark chocolate, organic pecans, vanilla bean and sugar. Thats all they have! There are no additional additives because the truly gourmet chocolates are made freshly several times a day and they are carefully crafted so no additional ingredients are needed. Try it for yourself and you'll see that Elixir does not taste as good as world class chocolate yet they charge more than world class prices for it, which makes no sense at all. We deserve world class chocolate (in larger sizes than the tiny pieces that Elixir gives you) properly executed (the turtles we purchased we brought home, their other chocolates were eaten on the spot) which our turtles were not, they had erratic blotches of chocolate barely holding the pecans together so each bite was very inconsistent. Test it for yourself and decide if you want to pay triple or more for something that you can get elsewhere for a fraction of the price. read more

My work place just recently moved in next to this shop. Was curious but didn't have to wonder long- one of the owners came by to welcome us to the neighborhood - and came with goodies in tow! It was such a pleasant unexpected gesture. And now already has all of our staff hooked! He brought by his signature Timmy Crack Corn - which I obsessively ate until it was gone. I have never tasted a sweet corn so amazing (and I love this kind of confection) - light and not over sugared, texture was perfect, and the flavor blending was just superb. I didn't stop thinking about it until I got my hands on some more - the name, while weird at first, totally fits this delicious delight - but be warned, you cannot stop! He also brought by a delightful mix of truffles with very unique combinations. My other favorite thing I have gotten here are the salted caramels- another weakness of mine. They had amazing creaminess that not all salty caramels achieve and the chocolate pairing was spot on. If you are looking for higher quality confections, this is your place! read more

Amazing chocolates and the crack corn is so addicting it should be illegal. I'm glad I don't live near the shop because I would never leave. you can also order online. Oh no! read more

Fantastic sweets. These guys are true craftsmen. Their offerings are scrumptious, and beautiful. The treats can make a terrific gift, and even an outstanding party favor for groups, parties, holidays and other special occasions. read more

Tim answered the phone when I called to ask about estimated delivery times. I was in a bit of a time crunch. Not only did he assure me it would be delivered when needed, he would oversee it himself. His customer service skills are beyond reproach.And he is absolutely pleasant to talk to! I look forward to not only recommending him to everyone but using Elixir chocolates again to surprise my loved ones with amazing chocolates. Definitely recommend this Chocolatier!! read more

I meet them at the home show and I had to go to the store. I can put everything in my mouth and it's fantastic. The chocolates are perfectly sweeten which can be dangerous because I can eat a whole box. I bought the cracking corn and they make great gifts and I am a superhero. Thanks Elixir, you make me feel like a hero giving away your wonderful sweets and cracking corn. read more

Tasted your Timmy Krack Korn Puffs at the Balloon Fiesta and have gone to both locations of Kellers to find more and they didn't have any. How can I get more? So good I could use a case! Let me know where and when I can get some-trooperbsm@comcast.net. read more