Where Tradition meets thoughtful innovation - each bite tells a story.
Raising Our Own Bees
De Chen Nougat begins with a harmonious partnership with nature. Our bees are raised in pesticide-free apiaries, producing pure, golden honey that forms the soul of our nougat. This ethical approach supports pollinator health and environmental balance—because indulgence should never come at nature’s expense.
How Our Nougat Is Crafted
Taste the Honey
We sample each batch of honey for aroma, colour, and complexity.
Test Batch
A plain nougat is made to highlight the honey’s flavour.
Seasonal Pairing
We hand select local fruits and nuts for balance and freshness.
Why We Freeze-Dry our Ingredients
At De Chen Nougat, we freeze-dry our fruits to lock in their natural sweetness, vibrant flavour, and nutritional integrity without relying on preservatives. This gentle process removes moisture while preserving the delicate textures and aromas that make each bite extraordinary. It’s how we ensure every piece of nougat carries the full essence of the season, just as nature intended.
Ethical Eggs
Only backyard or free-range eggs make the cut.
Flavour Research
We test and refine every pairing.
Blend & Build
Ingredients are folded into the honey base.
Taste and Adjust
We fine-tune until the flavour sings.
Signature Experience
Our Matcha Peanut Sesame unfolds in three waves.
A journey in Every Bite
Each piece offers evolving textures and notes.
Ingredients That Matter
Matcha
Sourced from high-altitude Nenggao mountains in Taiwan, our spring-harvested matcha is floral, vibrant, and antioxidant-rich.
Quality markers:
• Bright green colour
• Floral aroma
• Pleasant, balanced bitterness
Honey
• From our own and trusted local hives
• Unadulterated, aromatic, and flavourful
• Crystallisation = natural purity
• Good honey draws bees—literally
Eggs
• Backyard or free-range, ethically raised
• Thick shells, jelly-like whites = freshness
• Naturally delicious, never overly “eggy”
Fruits & Berries
• In-season, juicy, and flavourful
• Citrus is plump and hydrating
Nuts
• Macadamia, almond, pistachio—never broken or stale
Why It Matters
Our craft is about more than just taste—it’s about respecting the earth, supporting local producers, and celebrating cultural fusion. Every decision, from hive to hand, reflects our belief that confectionery can be a force for good.