Chocolate FAQ
Q: How long will JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES remain at their peak of freshness?
A: JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES will stay fresh for up to two weeks. The key is keeping them in their box or an airtight container, away from direct sunlight, and under 72 degrees with low humidity.
Q: Should I refrigerate JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES?
A: Freshness of JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES can be extended by refrigeration, but it is not recommended. Refrigerating the chocolates may cause them to loose their luster. If you are refrigerating the chocolates be sure to do so in an airtight container.
Q: Can I freeze JIMMIE’S Chocolates?
A: We do not recommend freezing our chocolates. If you do so the chocolates may loose their luster. If freezing is needed be sure to defrost them in the refrigerator, THEN let sit a room temperature for at least an hour. This will yield the best result for defrosting. Frozen JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES will last for up to six months.
Q: Where are JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES made?
A: All of our chocolates are made on the premises in Dania Beach Florida. We use time-honored chocolate making techniques. Our chocolatiers have a combined 80 years of chocolate making experience.
Q: Why do JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES cost a bit more than other chocolates?
A: We make all of our chocolates by hand and we use only the highest quality, fresh ingredients. We avoid fillers, artificial flavors and added wax. Our dedication to quality may be slightly more costly than other chocolate brands but the final product is well worth it!
Q: Is chocolate really an aphrodisiac?
A: There is some evidence that the answer is yes! Chocolate contains the chemicals of caffeine, theobromine and phenyethylamine (aka phenyenlanaline) that may cause that warm feeling of euphoria.
Caffeine acts as a stimulant, theobromine stimulates the heart muscle and nervous system, and phenyethlyamine is reputed to be a mood elevator and anti-depressant. It is also reported to be similar to the chemical your brain secretes when you are in love. The combination is thought to cause those “good” feeling you get when you each JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES. Montezum used to drink a frothy chocolate beverage before going to visit one of his wives.
Q: Is JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES dark chocolate really good for your health?
A: Its the best medical news in ages. Studies in two prestigious scientific journals say dark chocolate is good for you.
JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES dark chocolate lowers blood pressure, according to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association.Balance is key. Remember that even sugar free chocolate is not low calorie, and milk and ivory chocolates do not have the blood pressure lowering effects.
JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES dark chocolate lowers blood pressure, according to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association.Balance is key. Remember that even sugar free chocolate is not low calorie, and milk and ivory chocolates do not have the blood pressure lowering effects.