Where is Gertrude Hawk candy made?
Matthew Barrera
Updated on April 03, 2026
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates is a chocolate company based in Dunmore, Pennsylvania. The company was started by Gertrude Jones Hawk in 1936….Gertrude Hawk Chocolates.
| Gertrude Hawk store in the Exton Square Mall | |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Industry | Chocolate and candy manufacturer |
| Founded | Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S. (1936) |
| Founder | Gertrude Hawk |
Who bought Gertrude Hawk?
Barry Callebaut
Barry Callebaut, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, signed an agreement to acquire the ingredients division of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates. This acquisition will strategically expand Barry Callebaut’s Specialties & Decorations business, in particular in North America.
Does Gertrude Hawk ship?
We offer a variety of shipping options including standard, 2-day and overnight services. Typically, your order ships within 1-3 business days from when your order was received. Most orders placed before 12pm (noon) EST will ship the same day*.
How many Smidgens are in a box?
Smidgens are everyone’s favorite, be sure to order a box or two! 8 oz. Our delicious milk chocolate peanut butter Smidgens packed in an oversized pack, enough to share with the entire family! Almost 60 per box!
Is Gertrude Hawk a real person?
Gertrude Jones Hawk (1903-1987) was an American candy maker and entrepreneur who created the Gertrude Hawk Chocolates company based upon her experience making chocolate from her home in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Is Gertrude Hawk nation wide?
Today, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates has grown into a national business with more than 60 retail store locations located across Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey and a growing e-commerce website.
Does Gertrude Hawk Chocolate have gluten?
Big brands such as Godiva, Gertrude Hawk and Lindt cannot claim their chocolate is gluten-free and our community appreciates their honesty.
Does Gertrude Hawk expire?
DO MY REWARDS EXPIRE? No. Your points will accumulate until you decide to redeem them. You will be sent reward certificates once you reach each level.
How many Gertrude Hawk stores are there?
45 retail stores
Gertrude Hawk has 45 retail stores, including one adjacent to its new facility in Dunmore, Pa.
Does Gertrude Hawk chocolate have gluten?
Is Gertrude Hawk dark chocolate vegan?
Heather MarieGertrude Hawk Chocolates We do not claim any of our chocolates to be vegan due to the amount of milk that we utilize in our manufacturing facilities.
How does Gertrude Hawk fundraising work?
When you hold a Gertrude’s Give Back fundraiser, your supporters simply shop any of our store locations over a pre-designated 3 day period. All purchases made during that time are calculated and WE GIVE BACK 20% of the total sales to your group.