From Durango to Worldwide, This Is Colorado’s Most Beloved Local Brand

Colorado is home to many amazing businesses. Whether the business is large or small, I think we can all agree that Colorado is an extremely innovative place. We all have our favorite local businesses, whether it be Crocs, Otterbox, or your favorite bar or restaurant.

Market Beat Names Colorado’s Most Loved Homegrown Brand

Market Beat has named Colorado’s most loved homegrown brand. Market Beat asked Colorado residents which Colorado businesses make them the most proud.

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Top Colorado Brands Residents Love

Osprey Packs, Smartwool, Celestial Seasonings Tea, and Coors all made the top five. Can you guess which Colorado company makes residents the proudest?

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Tops the List

According to their research, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is the most loved homegrown company in the state of Colorado.

Here is what Market Watch said about Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.

A sweet shop chain specializing in caramel apples and handmade fudge, born in the Rockies. To Coloradans, it’s proof that life in the mountains can be just as sweet as it is rugged.

The Sweet History of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory began in 1981 in Durango. Since then, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has expanded into a franchise with over 250 locations worldwide.

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A Surprising Reaction from Visitors

I was in Fort Collins at the Foothills Mall, and the person waiting in line behind me must have been a tourist. They were having a conversation, and they were shocked that the company began in Colorado.

I laughed to myself and thought how much more obvious they could have been with that name?