Darrell Lea Australia
Decades creating the finest
From humble beginnings selling chocolates from a pushcart, and later to a small factory under the first arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darrell Lea has spent decades creating the finest chocolates and some of Australia’s favourite confectionery.
Most recognised confectionery companies
One of the country’s most recognised confectionery companies, the Darrell Lea brand is known by an impressive 82% of Australians – and since its purchase by Quadrant in 2012, its growth has reached new heights.
- Licorice is now one of the fastest-growing categories in the market
- Darrell Lea Bullets is reaching megabrand status, with over 1 billion made each year
- Darrell Lea’s seasonal gifting business is doubling
- Collaboration with Chobani has seen the brand enter the yoghurt category, featuring in their delicious “mix-ins” range, while a partnership with Bennett Street Dairy features their White Chocolate and Raspberry Bullets in an iconic cookie dough product
- Every Easter, Darrell Lea’s much-loved milk chocolate Bilby raises $180,000 for the Save the Bilby fund, helping to conserve and protect this native Australian animal
Most dynamic confectionery company
As the most dynamic confectionery company in Australia, Darrell Lea continues to lead the market and delight the tastebuds of consumers across the nation.
