# Dark Chocolate Advent Calendars The Cox&Co Advent Calendar is Plastic Packaging-Free By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-10-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coxco-advent-calendar References: [retailtimes](https://retailtimes.co.uk/cox-co-launches-first-advent-calendar/) & [coxandcocacao](https://coxandcocacao.com)  The [Cox&Co](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coxco-chocolate-bars) Advent calendar is a new offering from the [single origin dark chocolate brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coxco-hot-chocolate-spoons) targeted towards consumers with a penchant for darker, more complex treats to enjoy come this holiday season. The Advent calendar comes inside a plastic-free packaging that will reveal five gram morsels of the brand's Single Origin 60% Columbia Cacao dark chocolate behind each of the 24 doors. The packaging comes in the form of a recycled Kraft card box covered in hand-crafted art designed exclusively for the brand by Dawn Ogden-White. Founder Gavin Cox commented on the Cox&Co Advent calendar saying, "Launching an advent calendar for Christmas 2024 is the next step in the evolution of the [Cox & Co.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cox-and-co) brand. This is the perfect Christmas countdown for those consumers who prefer dark chocolate to milk, or chocolate lovers following a plant based diet. We expect it to prove very popular in the run up to the festive season.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 29% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plastic-free Packaging:** Innovative plastic-free packaging solutions are emerging to reduce environmental impact in the chocolate industry. - **Single-origin Dark Chocolate:** Single-origin dark chocolate offerings cater to consumers seeking unique and high-quality cacao sources. - **Hand-crafted Art Integration:** Integrating hand-crafted art in product packaging adds a personalized and exclusive touch for discerning customers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sustainable Packaging:** The sustainable packaging industry is innovating with eco-friendly materials like recycled Kraft card. - **Premium Chocolate:** Premium chocolate manufacturers are focusing on distinct and high-quality ingredients such as 60% Columbia Cacao. - **Artisanal Craftsmanship:** Artisanal craftsmanship in product presentation appeals to consumers looking for unique and thoughtful designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Chocolate Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alter-eco-advent-calendar.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happi-advent-calendar.md) - [Mindful Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playin-choc-advent-calendars.md) - [Plastic-Free Vegan Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-happi-advent-calendar.md) - [Ethical Easter Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coxco-cacao.md) - [Oceanic Chocolate Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guylian-advent-calendar.md) - [Artisan Chocolate Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-advent-calendar-1.md) - [Luxe Confectionary Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-chocolate-advent-calendars.md) - [Eco Licorice Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakrids-by-blow-by-pulpac.md)