The Choke Cherry Tree
The Choke Cherry Tree
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Specialty Food Family EXPERIENCE where you sample, learn about and watch us make old fashioned candies, jams, jellies, fruit syrups, fruit butters, vinaigrettes and more. Something to do indoors before skiing, hiking, soaking in the hot springs, riding, camping, or in bad weather or just because you deserve something new, local and good for you (body and soul). For a truly memorable trip use your pictures to create your own custom labels for our housemade products to make your own perfect customized souvenirs, gifts, swag and momentos - just give us a little extra time to get them printed. For a once in a lifetime memory book your own Ultimate Chocolate Experience. Perfect for group sizes of 2 to 8 and all ages. Use our expertise, equipment and ingredients to hand craft your own chocolate confections. Also check our Facebook page or website for cooking classes and special events or book our kitchen to host your own!
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Bonnie B
Amarillo, TX136 contributions
Aug 2020 • Solo
I love this adorable little gourmet food store. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I got so many yummy treats to take home and a beautiful dip bowl (which I have hunted for forever.
They offer so many specialty gourmet food items that are perfect to have on hand or to give as gifts.
The jelly selection is fantastic and everything is made in house as are the caramels.
Oh these caramels are dangerously delicious, sweet and buttery. I could eat the entire bag very easily if I were not paying attention. They are a “must try” if you go!
The chocolates are beautiful and taste like heaven. These little gems would make a very romantic gift for a special someone. They would pair perfectly with a nice red wine as well.
Do not miss this sweet little shop while in PS!
They offer so many specialty gourmet food items that are perfect to have on hand or to give as gifts.
The jelly selection is fantastic and everything is made in house as are the caramels.
Oh these caramels are dangerously delicious, sweet and buttery. I could eat the entire bag very easily if I were not paying attention. They are a “must try” if you go!
The chocolates are beautiful and taste like heaven. These little gems would make a very romantic gift for a special someone. They would pair perfectly with a nice red wine as well.
Do not miss this sweet little shop while in PS!
Written 29 August 2020
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So glad we had the privilege of making your trip to our beautiful home even more memorable. Look forward to treating you again!
Written 30 August 2020
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Kathy B
Edmond, OK24 contributions
May 2015 • Family
We stopped by Choke Cherry Tree to look around. The caramels are fantastic and we did buy a bag of them. This store had lots of kitchen and cooking supplies. We also bought some salsa and fruit butters to bring home. The tart cherry butter was my favorite. We were able to taste what we got so we knew we would like it. I went back before leaving town and bought a selection of different kinds of the fruit butters to give to my friends when we got back home. They were a hit. Thanks!!!
Written 30 May 2015
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Thomas A
Boulder, CO138 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
What a surprise when I walked in to this establishment not expecting a lot being in a strip mall in Pagosa Springs but wow what a place . The layout is two story vaulted / beam ceilings which are spectacular . I was met by a wonderful young lady who was very friendly and immediately gave me samples of there home made caramels and cheese balls . Wow, I was sold ... some of the best caramels I’ve ever put in my mouth !! I walked around the store and felt like I was in Napa California in wine country .
They have one of the best selections of gourmet food , snacks etc I’ve seen in a while !! I’m sure they do a great gourmet food basket for special occasions(bday, Xmas etc)
Would highly recommend visiting this store while in Pagosa Springs . I guarantee you’ll love all the samples they offer . I think you can sample just about anything in the store before buying which is unusual in this day and age !!
Needless to say I brought home some goodies and am
Chewing on a delicious caramel right now!!!
They have one of the best selections of gourmet food , snacks etc I’ve seen in a while !! I’m sure they do a great gourmet food basket for special occasions(bday, Xmas etc)
Would highly recommend visiting this store while in Pagosa Springs . I guarantee you’ll love all the samples they offer . I think you can sample just about anything in the store before buying which is unusual in this day and age !!
Needless to say I brought home some goodies and am
Chewing on a delicious caramel right now!!!
Written 3 March 2018
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We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit! Special order a gift basket any time you want because, yes, we do those! Look forward to seeing you next time! There should be something new for you to try.
Written 6 March 2018
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sandyljones
Pagosa Springs, CO1 contribution
Aug 2016 • Solo
My grandchildren love the choke cherry syrup. Triple thumbs up. It is one of their favorite treats on pancakes, etc. Unfortunately one of my granddaughters was recently diagnosed with a rare blood disorder and has to avoid traditional sugar and artificial sugar substitutes. Among other things she was upset she could no longer eat Choke Cherry Syrup. When I was in town last summer, I stopped by the Choke Cherry Store to get some items and approached the staff about making a special batch of syrup using organic agave syrup as the sweetener. Long story short, Janelle, the owner called me back and said she would be happy to try and make the syrup, she said it was one of the thrills of making your own products, being able to try new things. They made the special syrup for my granddaughter, and she was and is thrilled! Not only are the products at Choke Cherry excellent, the people there are as well. Their generous actions adds them to our list of special guardian angels for our granddaughter. Thank you Choke Cherry Tree. Especially during the holiday season, you should visit this wonderful store.
Written 11 December 2016
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supima
Fort Worth, TX63 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
Wonderful array of premises-made sweets, jellies, syrups etc. plus spices, savory food bread, soup, & sauce mixes. Specializes in gluten-free. Abundant samples to taste. We discovered innovative silicone kitchen products & gift ideas. Charming, very personable sales person was a delight. You can see products being made. Immediately offered super-luscious caramels & toffee that don't stick to your teeth!
Written 19 October 2015
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JonTx
The Woodlands, TX111 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
We were just driving by and stopped in because of the sign. This place is great. So many great items and I have never been to a store where they take you on a taste tour of all of their items. You knew exactly what you liked when you left. The staff here is just outstanding and you could spend an hour just talking to them and listening to their cooking tips and seeing what they made. This is what I call a fine business.
This is not the cheapest chocolate, soups, marinades, etc etc but the quality is over the top. I will return and will be ordering online in the meantime.
This is not the cheapest chocolate, soups, marinades, etc etc but the quality is over the top. I will return and will be ordering online in the meantime.
Written 10 August 2013
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Desiree H
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Oct 2023 • Family
Best treats ever come one come all and come often don’t pass up Bear Piles Truffles are also A MUST
Written 25 October 2023
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Colorado515
Colorado Springs, CO66 contributions
Jan 2021
Our family & friends did a chocolate class and it was a blast. Learned all about history of chocolate and made a variety of chocolates to take home. Highly recommend this activity.
Written 24 January 2021
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It was fantastic creating with you! Food and culture are even better when shared with great people. Thank you for joining us in the appreciation of chocolate!
Written 18 March 2021
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mcarbaugh
Las Vegas, NV120 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
We tasted the caramels from The Choke Cherry Tree at the Visitors' Center in Pagosa Springs. I don't even usually like caramels all that much, but these are to die for! We made a beeline for their store. We ended up with several bags of caramels and also some of the varieties of "poop" - which are caramels covered in dark chocolate. We gave those as gifts when we got home and everyone is crazy for them! We'll be ordering more online, for sure. The clerk in the store was very helpful and offered us lots of opportunities to sample, which was a good choice, as I think we bought everything we sampled!
Written 3 September 2018
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Linz
Arvada, CO14 contributions
July 2018 • Couples
We sought this place out upon visiting Pagosa Springs, as choke cherry jelly has always been a family tradition for me. I could not have been more pleased! We were greated by a very nice employee who offered us a caramel sample and were able to watch the caramels being made in the back of the store. They also have a HUGE variety of jams, jellies, syrups, and butters, which you can sample before buying. Great treats and such friendly staff! Definitely worth the stop!
Written 30 July 2018
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cherylmalone
Stillwater, Oklahoma
Do you have choke cherry preserves for sale there?
Written 2 August 2016
Yes, and they do ship their products.
Written 3 August 2016
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