Excellence 85% Cacao Rich Dark

Lindt’s Excellence 85% Cacao Rich Dark, at rank 6, delivers a standardized high-cacao experience but carries identical E scores for both nutrition and eco-impact—a uniform baggage shared with #7 Fin Carré’s offering. Priced at $4.50 per 100g, it is 10% cheaper than the category average for 85% bars, yet its environmental footprint scores 5 out of 10 on the global index, placing it below the typical rival’s 6.5 average. Despite this, Lindt leverages a 30-year heritage to command 22% of the premium dark chocolate segment in Europe. The bar’s 85% cocoa content ensures a punishingly bitter flavor that appeals to purists but alienates casual tasters seeking balance.