Vegan venture for Neuhaus premium Belgian pralines

A significant innovation has been added to the Neuhaus series of premium Belgian chocolate, as the key brand unveils its first vegan praline, the Sensation series, reports Neill Barston.

According to the company, with its vibrant notes of kalamansi, this new creation brings a contemporary, plant-based expression to one of the brand’s most recognisable assortments. ​

For many, Neuhaus is synonymous with its signature triangular Irrésistibles, crafted from a delicately folded nougatine biscuit, hand-filled and enrobed with chocolate. With Sensation, this timeless icon is reinterpreted for a new generation of chocolate lovers, without compromising on craftsmanship or flavour.

“The introduction of Sensation marks a symbolic milestone for Neuhaus,” says Barbara Billiet, Marketing Director at Neuhaus. “Following the successful launch of our vegan collection in 2024, which continues to resonate strongly with consumers, we wanted to take this further by bringing a vegan creation into our most iconic Irrésistibles assortment. Reinterpreting one of our most emblematic pralines into a vegan version was a true challenge for our chocolatiers. From texture to taste, every detail had to meet our high quality standards.”

As the tenth praline to join this emblematic family, Sensation completes the collection with a contemporary, plant-based expression. In doing so, Neuhaus embraces innovation while remaining deeply rooted in its tradition of refined praline making.

At the heart of this new praline lies a delicate balans of textures and flavours. A crunchy ​ nougatine, coated in rich Belgian dark chocolate, reveals a smooth vegan dark chocolate ganache, its depth lifted by the bright citrus notes of kalamansi, bringing freshness and vibrancy to this sophisticated creation.