Alexandra & Nicolay Chocolates / FAQ

FAQ:

How did the company get its name?
What was the Czar's favorite chocolate?
Why does Alexandra & Nicolay use only natural ingredients to prepare their chocolates?
What makes the Romanovs cigars so unique?
Why did CNN interview the founders of Alexandra & Nicolay Chocolates?
What is the best way to ship Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates?
How long will Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates keep their fresh taste?
How should the Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates be kept to extend their freshness?

How did the company get its name?
The founders of the company are named Alexandra and Nicolay. Coincidentally, that is also the name of Russia's last Czar and Czarina where the age-old recipe of our chocolates originates.

What was the Czar's favorite chocolate?
In a time of ruthless indulgence and decadence, the Czar often decided not to decide. Although, he found Anastasia's delights to be simply delightful.

Why does Alexandra & Nicolay use only natural ingredients to prepare their chocolates?
Because in the court of Russia's last Czar it was completely unacceptable to prepare anything with artificial ingredients, hence all our chocolates are handmade using only natural ingredients to satisfy the Czar and Czarina in all of us.

What makes the Romanovs cigars so unique?
The Romanovs cigars are unique because unlike most chocolate cigars that are made with solid chocolate, our Romanovs cigars have a rich and creamy truffle filling that make them simply scrumptious. A perfect gift for the truffle lover and cigar aficianado in your life.

Why did CNN interview the founders of Alexandra & Nicolay Chocolates?
Because Alexandra and Nicolay chocolates embody the richness and sumptuousness of the Russia's imperial court, and this unique product is handmade with special attention to every detail and made available for all to enjoy.

What is the best way to ship Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates?
In order to ensure the freshness of our product upon delivery we ship all Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates individually packaged in insulated containers (with frozen gel-packs to warm destinations) via Federal Express 2-day air.

How long will Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates keep their fresh taste?
Since we use only natural ingredients to prepare our chocolates, all our chocolates that are filled with truffle remain fresh for up to 3 weeks once opened. Other chocolates like gold leaf clusters can last up to 4 months because they contain honey which is a natural preservative.

How should the Alexandra & Nicolay chocolates be kept to extend their freshness?
For best results the chocolates should be kept at room temperature in the tin container they arrive in.