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2 FILLED ORGANIC CHOCOLATE BARS 3.25 oz / 10 per dispenser Classic Caramel 38% Cocoa / Milk Golden caramel slow-cooked to perfection 1Y Peanut Butter / 38% Cocoa Forget what you once k about this timeless classic 1Y Salted Caramel Latte 43% Cocoa / Milk A salty-sweet mocha treat 1Y bigger bars = BIGGER SALES a moment to savor When you fill your shelves with Lake Champlain Chocolates, you re not just helping someone to check off a holiday shopping list; you re helping to create an extraordinary chocolate moment: Bourbon Caramel 43% Cocoa / Milk A sultry, slightly smoky, boozy caramel 1Y Peanut Butter / 57% Cocoa A modern take on a classic combination 1Y Maple Caramel Pure Vermont 1Y Optimize your product mix with Lake Champlain Chocolates to drive more dollar and unit sales. Stock your shelves with 24 tantalizing bars that feature bigger profiles, eye-catching designs, and easy to read best by dates. These sweet treats combine organic, non-gmo, and fair trade certified ingredients with 35 years of confectionary expertise. The results: award-winning combinations that keep customers coming back for more! All bars are packed in a 2.9" w x 4.64" d x 5.9" h dispenser box. Delight as customers s to admire your enticing window display; Smile when a customer tells you how much they love shopping at your store; Rejoice as customers fill their baskets with sweet holiday treats. From a wide array of elegantly packaged gift boxes and handcrafted chocolates, to a refreshing organic bar line, and over 150 organic and fair trade certified products, there s certainly something for every tradition. So go ahead and call your sales rep today, and make sure your 2018 holiday season is filled with extraordinary chocolate moments! Salted Caramel Rich, golden caramel with a sprinkling of sea salt 1Y Creamy Coconut Bursting with smooth coconut cream filling 1Y It s Hot, Honey Vermont honey caramel with a zing of habanero 1Y Banana Caramel Creamy caramelized bananas the ultimate dessert 1Y Passion Fruit 80% Cocoa / Extra Dark A tropical blend of tart passion fruit cream 1Y whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 3

3 ORGANIC CHOCOLATE BARS 3 oz / 12 per dispenser refresh, re & REVIVE 38% Cocoa A classic best- 1Y Moka Fleck 43% Cocoa / Milk Bold Dominican coffee and crunchy cacao nibs 1Y Almonds & Sea Salt 43% Cocoa Salty-sweet satisfaction 1Y That s just what we ve done to our award-winning chocolate bars. Twenty-four irresistible bars boasting bigger profiles, on-trend flavors, and refreshing designs. Plus, your classic best-s are now made with organic and fair trade certified ingredients. 57% 57% Cocoa Balanced perfectly 1Y Almonds & 57% Cocoa A match that stands the test of time 1Y Raspberries & 57% Cocoa Bursting with tart red raspberries 1Y Cacao Nibs & 80% Cocoa / Extra Dark Intense flavor with roasted cacao nibs 1Y All bars are packed in a 2.9" w x 4.64" d x 5.9" h dispenser box. Peppermint Crunch Cool, crisp, and refreshing 1Y Spicy Aztec Bold cayenne pepper, pumpkin seeds, and cinnamon 1Y Toffee & Almond Crunch Crunchy toffee and salted, roasted almonds 1Y % 72% Cocoa / Extra Dark Notes of baked brownie and roasted cocoa 1Y Almonds & Sea Salt 72% Cocoa / Extra Dark An enticing combination 1Y % 80% Cocoa / Extra Dark Our darkest chocolate 1Y whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 5

4 2017 New organic bars earn three sofi Awards Increased transparency as over 150 products are now organic and fair trade certified 2018 All Five Star Bars are packed in a 5" w x 6.25" d x 5.5" h dispenser box. s the ULTIMATE chocolate bar Vogue 2015 Lake Champlain Chocolates achieves SQF certification Apple Cider Caramels nominated as sofi Award finalist Apple Cider Caramels selected as a Good Food Awards finalist The best chocolates come from only the highest quality ingredients, so we said no to GMOs Eric and Ellen assume greater leadership Blue Bandana Chocolate Maker earns a Good Food Award for its first line of bars Wire Counter Display / Fully assembled Holds 6 Five Star Bar dispensers 16.25" w x 8.25" d x 13.25" h 1Y FIVE STAR CHOCOLATE BARS The best-selling bars you ve loved for decades! Still handcrafted in small batches, loaded with delicious inclusions, and packed with serious flavor. One bite and your customers will know why we wrap them in gold. 16 bars per dispenser Lake Champlain Chocolates converts to fair trade-sourced milk and dark chocolate to ensure farmers are fairly compensated Eric Lampman s first trip to origin...and the Blue Bandana Chocolate Maker concept emerges Ellen Lampman joins the Lake Champlain Chocolates purchasing team Our commitment to Kosher Truffles reintroduced with natural colors Direct trade becomes a reality with the establishment of Cacao Verapaz in Guatemala Company-wide certification earned: chocolate bars and squares are introduced Five Star Bars win the sofi Award for Outstanding Confection Jim Lampman s passion for excellence inspires the first Lake Champlain Chocolates truffle Hazelnut Five Star Bar 1.8 oz / Milk #2! 1Y Granola Five Star Bar 1.9 oz / Dark Creamy, crunchy, almond butter goodness 1Y Fruit & Nut Five Star Bar 1.9 oz / Dark Our twist on a classic combo 1Y Chocolate Caramel Five Star Bar 2 oz / Dark A triple-chocolate delight 1Y Caramel Five Star Bar 2 oz / Milk The original #1! 1Y Peanut Five Star Bar 1.8 oz / Milk Half creamy, half crunchy, totally delicious 1Y whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 7

5 MERCHANDISING MATTERS Looking for a smart way to make more of your existing retail space? Place our attractive, compact, freestanding displays where customers will notice, and grow your chocolate sales an average of 40%. Chocolate sold separately. Wire Counter Display Fully assembled Holds 10 chocolate bar dispensers 16.25" w x 8.25" d x 13.25" h 1Y BIG SALES come from small packages ORGANIC CHOCOLATE SQUARES DISPENSERS 106 piece /.4 oz / 1 dispenser per case Tempt your customers sweet impulses with the best-tasting organic chocolate. Merchandise these snack-sized treats by the registers and watch your sales pile up. UPC codes on each wrapper make it easy to track your fair trade impact and sales. Raspberries & 57% Cocoa Fruity, bright, and ready to delight 1Y Moka Fleck 43% Cocoa / Milk An on-the-go coffee treat 1Y % 80% Cocoa / Extra Dark Bold, complex flavor 1Y Bar Floor Display Some assembly required Holds 60 bar dispensers 16"w x 15"d x 65"h 1Y Maximize seasonal sales with timely displays that offer a wide assortment of products to suit every taste. CARING FOR YOUR CHOCOLATES We want to make sure your chocolates arrive in perfect condition. To protect your shipment from warm weather while in transit, each box is carefully hand packed with insulation and ice gel packs, at no extra cost. Helpful Storage Tips: Carefully handling your chocolate helps ensure that your customers experience the same satisfaction as those who visit our retail locations in Vermont. Rotate stock, making sure to keep older products at the front of displays and storage areas. Store chocolates in a cool, dry place between 65 and 70 F, with humidity of 45% to 55%. Do not refrigerate chocolate, as it will cause condensation and bloom (discoloration). Keep chocolate away from: Floors & walls (for air circulation) Strong odors that can change the taste Dry goods such as cereal and grains, which might attract insects Display lights and sunny windows, which give off heat 38% Cocoa Sweet simplicity 1Y % 57% Cocoa Total dark chocolate delight 1Y Toffee & Almond Crunch Crunchy, sweet, and nutty 1Y Almonds & Sea Salt 43% Cocoa An enticing combination 1Y Almonds & Sea Salt 72% Cocoa / Extra Dark Salty-sweet satisfaction 1Y whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 9

6 Assorted Gift Bag 12 piece / 5.7 oz 12 per case / Assorted An inspired taste of Vermont 1Y discover the legendary CHOCOLATES OF VERMONT Vermont isn t just a state; it s a way of doing things. It s a place where creativity and craftsmanship combine with fresh, local ingredients to create chocolates that evoke the rich pure tastes and memorable moods of Vermont. Let them savor something so extraordinary, they ll want to tell their friends. Gift Box Assortment 8 piece / 3.8 oz / 12 per case / Assorted A taste of all four flavors 1Y Sampler Dispenser 6.75 "w x 5.125"d x 7.625"h CONNECT WITH US! We d love to promote #ilovelcc Are you interested in learning about our est products? Or, are you looking for a great recipe to share with your customers? Connect with us on social media to discover what s happening in our Vermont factory and learn all about exciting products and recipes. Are you looking to reach the dedicated Lake Champlain Chocolates fanatics in your area? Share our photos to increase sales at your store, or tag us in your photo so we can share it with our fans! Chocolates of Vermont Dispenser Fully assembled 1 display per case Holds approximately 50 pieces each of four flavors "w x 8"d x 10.5"h 1Y Chocolate sold separately. Sampler 4 piece / 1.9 oz 12 per case / Assorted Share an experience 1Y Honey Caramel.5 oz / Dark Caramel infused local honey, covered in dark chocolate 1Y TASTE WHY OUR CHOCOLATES CALL VERMONT HOME 83 per case Evergreen Mint.5 oz / Dark A perfect balance of cool peppermint crunch and dark chocolate 1Y Maple Crunch.45 oz / Dark Buttercrunch infused with Vermont maple syrup, covered in dark chocolate 1Y Green Mountain.45 oz / Milk A robust mix of almonds, currants, and milk chocolate 1Y whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 11

7 GIFTS for every season Truffles 9 piece / 7.2 oz / 8 per case / Assorted Handcrafted chocolate luxuries 1Y ORGANIC CHOCOLATE GIFT BAGS 5.8oz / 12 per case These convenient bite-size treats, made with organic and fair trade certified chocolate, are perfect for all-occasion gifting, or for customers who simply want to keep their candy dish filled. Coins 23 piece A classic favorite 1Y Coins 23 piece Decadent and dark 1Y Peppermint Crunch Coins / 23 piece Refreshing 1Y Nonpareils Nothing better 1Y TIMELESS CLASSICS for all occasions Take a culinary journey to Vermont with these delicious gourmet chocolate assortments. Carefully crafted with fresh, local ingredients and fair trade certified chocolate to please a variety of tastes. SOCIAL & FAIR TRADE PRINCIPLES Seeking out the best and freshest ingredients from local farmers and producers. Sourcing non-gmo ingredients and striving to use organic ingredients as often as possible. Being a locally owned Vermont company that sources ingredients from all around the globe, Lake Champlain Chocolates is focused on continuous improvement and recognizes that the choices we make affect people, our products, and our planet. We are committed to making a positive impact on our local and global communities by: Respecting the labor rights of employees, listening to employee feedback, providing good working conditions, and paying fair wages and benefits. Acting as good citizens, enhancing opportunities within communities, and practicing environmental responsibility. Fostering long-term partnerships and socially responsible trading practices with suppliers and purveyors. Fair Trade Certified Third-party certifications help customers identify products that meet these social and fair trade principles. Look for products with these icons. LakeChamplainChocolates.com/fair-trade-chocolate Selection 15 piece / 9 oz / 8 per case / Assorted A gift with something for everyone 1Y whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 13

8 discover TASTE SENSATIONS beyond compare We take the artisan approach and handcraft these chocolates one small batch at a time. The results are simply extraordinary it s no surprise that these award-winning chocolates keep customers coming back for more. taste why our chocolates call VERMONT HOME Autumn in Vermont is legendary, and so are these chocolates. Crafted from fresh, local ingredients and fair trade chocolate customers will return again and again for these seasonal favorites. Autumn Shipments available August 13, per case Peanut Butter Chocolates 5 piece / 4.25 oz / Milk A classic, perfected 1Y Sea Salt Caramels 7 piece / 2.45 oz Salty, sweet, and so delicious 1Y Sea Salt Caramels 7 piece / 2.45 oz Caramel slow-cooked to golden perfection 1Y Autumn Chocolates of Vermont 16 piece / 7.6 oz 8 per case / Assorted The perfectly packaged gift from Vermont 1F Apple Cider Caramels 7 piece / 2.45 oz / Milk Award-winning 1C Autumn Truffles 5 piece / 4 oz 12 per case / Assorted Vermont butter and cream make these simply delicious 1F whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 15

9 Shipments available August 13, 2018 Halloween Wednesday October 31, 2018 HALLOWEEN ORGANIC GIFT BAGS 12 per case Caramel Pumpkins 10 piece / 5 oz / Dark Dark and spooky 1F Halloween Coins 40 piece / 10 oz / Milk Surprise and delight 1F TRICK-OR-TREAT HALLOWEEN ORGANIC SQUARES BAGS 12 piece / 4.8 oz / 16 per case Halloween No tricks, only treats 1F make Halloween EXTRAORDINARY! Shipments available August 13, 2018 Halloween Wednesday October 31, 2018 Halloween Something good to eat 1F frightfully DELICIOUS Halloween chocolates ready to display Stock up early on these irresistible treats to delight each and every goblin, ghost, and witch. Scare up more sales with large, eye-catching displays. HALLOWEEN ORGANIC SQUARES DISPENSERS 106 piece /.4 oz / 1 dispenser per case Halloween A trick-or-treat favorite 1F Halloween So delicious, it s scary! 1F over 75% of households plan to pass out candy this year for HALLOWEEN $86.13 ishow much the AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SPENDS for Halloween 68% of people say chocolate is their FAVORITE HALLOWEEN TREAT Sources: National Confections Association, National Retail Federation, whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 17

10 AUTUMN ORGANIC COIN GIFT BAGS 40 piece / 10 oz /12 per case Shipments available August 13, 2018 s LEAF GIFT BAGS 12 per case Autumn Coins Assorted Always a favorite 1F Thanksgiving Thursday November 22, 2018 Holiday Coins Enough for dark chocolate lovers to share 1Y Maple Caramel Leaves 10 piece / 5 oz / Dark Pure Vermont 1F Caramel Leaves 10 piece / 5 oz / Milk Smooth caramel center 1F Peanut Butter Leaves 10 piece / 5 oz / Milk The combo they crave 1F Assorted Leaves 15 piece / 7.5 oz Packaged to delight 1F ORGANIC PLACESETTING TURKEYS Price in multiples and watch these delectable organic and fair trade certified chocolate turkeys get gobbled up. ready to display AUTUMN DISPENSERS 1 dispenser per case a bounty of FALL FAVORITES Maple Caramel Leaves 87 piece /.5 oz / Dark A classic with a Vermont twist 1F Caramel Leaves 87 piece /.5 oz / Milk Sweet nostalgia 1F s ORGANIC PLACESETTING TURKEYS 1 oz / 18 per case / 2.25 " Placesetting Turkey A delicious table favor 1F Delight your customers with the irresistible flavors of fall made with organic and fair trade certified chocolate. Peanut Butter Leaves 87 piece /.5 oz / Milk A best- 1F Caramel Pumpkins 86 piece /.5 oz / Dark Rich caramel center 1F Placesetting Turkey Charming and tasty 1F whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 19

11 a sweet way to BOOST SALES There is something so deliciously satisfying about a warm mug of gourmet hot chocolate; whether it s shared with family on a cold winter s morning or enjoyed with friends by a cozy fireplace. Customers will return again and again for hot chocolate the way it should be rich, full-bodied, and deeply satisfying. LIMITED EDITION ORGANIC HOT CHOCOLATE Great as a stand-alone gift or bundled together with a mug and marshmallows. (Available September 1, 2018) 16 oz / 6 per case s U Peppermint Hot Chocolate A refreshing take on a holiday favorite 1X U Winter Hot Chocolate Rich, classic flavor made from only the best 1X GIFTS for EVERY TRADITION However you celebrate the season, Lake Champlain Chocolates is there with organic and fair trade certified chocolates, crafted fresh in Vermont. Shipments available October 15, 2018 Hanukkah begins Sunday December 2, 2018 KOSHER CERTIFIED All of our products are Star-D Kosher certified by the National Council of Young Israel in affiliation with Star-K Kosher Certification. ORGANIC HOT CHOCOLATE 6 per case U Traditional Hot Chocolate 16 oz #1 customer favorite 1Y Spicy Aztec Hot Chocolate 16 oz Spicy kick with hints of cinnamon 1Y Mocha Hot Chocolate 16 oz Big, bold coffee flavor 1Y Marshmallow Hot Chocolate 16 oz Sweet cocoa with the essence of melted marshmallows 1Y Unsweetened Cocoa 10 oz Ready for baking or cooking 1Y Winter Coins Gift Bag 40 piece / 10 oz 12 per case / Assorted The perfect winter treat 1X Hanukkah Coins Gift Bag 23 piece / 5.8 oz 12 per case / Dark Gourmet gelt 1X Hanukkah Coins Cube 12 piece / 3.5 oz 12 per case / Milk Tradition done right 1X whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 21

12 GIVE THE GIFT OF JOY Tuesday December 25, 2018 Shipments available October 15, 2018 Holiday Chocolates of Vermont 16 piece / 7.6 oz / 8 per case / Assorted A legendary taste of Vermont 1X It s the biggest shopping season of the year, and there s nothing better than the gift of chocolate to spread joy to friends, family, and coworkers. You can t go wrong with our eye-catching selection of irresistibly delicious gifts, guaranteed to delight. Holiday Selection 15 piece / 9 oz 8 per case / Assorted Takes the guesswork out of giving 1X Holiday Selection 30 piece / 18.1 oz 6 per case / Assorted One gift to please them all 1X Spruce Tree Truffles 11 piece / 8.8 oz 8 per case / Assorted The best gift is what s inside the tree 1X Holiday Truffles 5 piece / 4 oz 12 per case / Assorted Local ingredients handcrafted to perfection 1X whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 23

13 Shipments available October 15, 2018 Tuesday December 25, 2018 STOCKING STUFFER ORGANIC SQUARES 7 piece / 2.8 oz / 12 per case Stocking Stuffer Milk and Dark #1 1X Toffee & Almonds Stocking Stuffer / Milk A sweet gift 1X STUFF THOSE STOCKINGS Cheerful chocolates are just the right gift for Secret Santas, teachers, household helpers, or to tuck into a stocking. ready to display ORGANIC JUBILEE GIFT BAGS Precious packages filled with our most popular organic and fair trade certified confections ready to give or enjoy! 10 piece / 5 oz / 12 per case Peppermint Cream Jubilees / Dark A delight filled holiday treat 1X Peanut Butter Jubilees / Milk A classic customer favorite 1X Coconut Cream Jubilees / Dark A tropical escape 1X Salted Caramel Jubilees / Dark Our popular organic bar dressed up for the holidays 1X piece / 7.5 oz / 12 per case Assorted Jubilees Spread some cheer with this versatile gift 1X HOLIDAY ORGANIC SQUARES DISPENSERS 106 piece /.4 oz / 1 dispenser per case ORGANIC JUBILEE DISPENSERS 94 piece /.5 oz / 1 dispenser per case Shipments available October 15, 2018 Tuesday December 25, 2018 Toffee & Almonds Milk Sweet and satisfying 1X Peppermint Crunch Dark A taste of 1X Peppermint Cream Jubilees Dark Where sales glisten 1X Peanut Butter Jubilees Milk Peanut butter bliss 1X Coconut Cream Jubilees Dark Dazzle and delight 1X Salted Caramel Jubilees Dark Salty-sweet treat 1X Jubilee Gift Box 6 piece / 3 oz / 12 per case / Assorted Spark the spirit of celebration 1X whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 25

14 HOLIDAY ORGANIC GIFT BAGS 40 piece / 10 oz / 12 per case Holiday Coins Enough for dark chocolate lovers to share 1Y Coins Ready to give 1X Milk and Dark Coins #1 1X sweet treats to create an EXTRAORDINARY CHOCOLATE MOMENT Jolly Santa Milk 5" / 3.9 oz / 12 per case Add a touch of holiday magic 1X Shipments available October 15, 2018 Tuesday December 25, 2018 HOLIDAY GIFTING made easy ORGANIC CHOCOLATE COIN CUBES A cherished tradition the gift of chocolate coins. Crafted from organic and fair trade certified chocolate; these festive gift boxes are stackable, easy to merchandise, and ready for gifting. ready to display Snowman Dark 4" / 4 oz / 12 per case Decorated by hand 1X s 12 piece / 3.5 oz / 12 per case Peppermint Crunch Coin Cube Dark A taste of the season 1X Coin Cube Dark Sure to be savored 1X ORGANIC PLACESETTING SNOWMEN 1 oz / 24 per case / 2.75" Placesetting Snowman Embellish a table 1X Placesetting Snowman Tuck in a stocking 1X whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com 27

15 750 Pine Street Burlington, Vermont Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 527 Burlington, Vermont FPO Simple. Fast. Convenient. whsl.lakechamplainchocolates.com or boost holiday sales chocolate bars make a tasty table favor See Pages 2 5