Peppermint Stick Dark Bark vs. Orange Chocolate Disc: Which Holiday Treat Is Right for You?

Quick Answer

Choose the Peppermint Stick dark bark if you crave a crunchy, minty bite that’s perfect for stocking stuffers or after-dinner treats. Opt for an Orange Chocolate Disc when you want a smoother, melt-in-your-mouth disc with citrusy warmth, ideal for sipping into Mexican-style hot chocolate. Both are limited holiday offerings, so grab your favorite before they’re gone.

When the holidays roll around, chocolate lovers face a delicious dilemma: the cool crunch of peppermint or the bright zest of orange? Taza Chocolate offers both in seasonal forms, and each brings something different to your winter table. Here’s how to decide which one belongs in your cart.

We’ll compare the Peppermint Stick dark bar with the Orange Chocolate Disc by looking at texture, flavor, and how you’ll likely use them. No matter which you pick, you’re getting organic, stone-ground chocolate that’s minimally processed for a bold, authentic cacao taste.

Texture and Flavor: Crunch vs. Smooth

The Peppermint Stick bar is a 60% dark chocolate bar studded with crushed peppermint candy. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and a cool, minty kick that cuts through the rich chocolate. It’s a festive, playful texture that works well for snacking straight from the wrapper or breaking into pieces for a dessert topping.

Orange Chocolate Discs, on the other hand, are Mexican-style discs designed for melting. They have a smoother, more uniform texture that melts slowly, releasing the warm, citrusy flavor of orange. Because they’re meant for hot chocolate or baking, they offer a different kind of satisfaction—one that’s more about sipping and stirring than crunching.

How to Use Each Treat

Gingerbread Cookie and Peppermint Stick bars are part of Taza’s Holiday Amaze Bar lineup. Like the Gingerbread Cookie bar, which pairs 60% dark chocolate with cinnamon, ginger, and cookie crunch, the Peppermint Stick is a ready-to-eat bar. It’s perfect for snacking, crumbling over ice cream, or adding to a holiday cookie platter.

Chocolate discs, including the Orange variety, are traditionally used to make Mexican-style hot chocolate. You can also chop them for baking or melt them into a silky glaze. If you enjoy the ritual of slowly melting chocolate on the stove, discs are the better fit.

For a ready-to-give gift, consider the ’Tis The Season 4-Bar Bundle, which includes Peppermint Stick, Gingerbread Cookie, Orange Crunch, and Toffee bars. It’s a great way to enjoy both peppermint and orange (plus more) in one box.

Availability and Value

Both the Peppermint Stick bar and the Orange Chocolate Disc are seasonal holiday items, but they differ in packaging and price. The Peppermint Stick bar is sold individually for $3.00 (compare at $5.99), making it an affordable pick for trying one flavor. The Orange Chocolate Disc is typically sold as part of a sampler, like the Winter Warmer Sampler, which includes 8 discs for $14.00.

If you’re new to Taza, a sampler lets you taste multiple flavors without committing to a full-size bar. If you already know you love mint, a single Peppermint Stick bar is a low-cost way to stock up. Either way, keep in mind that these are limited-time offers—when they’re gone, you’ll have to wait until next year.

The Trade-Off: Quick Crunch vs. Slow Melt

• Peppermint Stick Bar: Crunchy, minty, ready to eat. Lower price per item but only one flavor. Pick this for snackers who love texture.
• Orange Chocolate Disc: Smooth, melty, versatile for hot chocolate and baking. Comes only in a sampler, so you pay more upfront but get variety. Choose this for warm drinks and baking projects.
• Taza ’Tis The Season 4-Bar Bundle: If you can't decide, this bundle includes both Peppermint Stick and Orange Crunch bars (plus Gingerbread Cookie and Toffee) for $13.50—a convenient way to enjoy both. Ideal for gift-giving or indecisive chocolate lovers.

What You Need to Know

• Peppermint Stick: 60% dark stone-ground chocolate with crushed peppermint candy, in a 2.5 oz bar. Priced at $3.00 (compared at $5.99). This gives you a crunchy, minty chocolate that’s ready to eat as-is—great for stockings or quick holiday treats.
• Winter Warmer Sampler: Includes 8 Mexican-style chocolate discs (1.35 oz each) in flavors like Sea Salt, Cinnamon, and Coffee, plus the Orange Crunch variety. Priced at $14.00. If you choose the Orange Chocolate Disc, this sampler offers a variety of flavors plus the authentic Mexican-style disc format for hot chocolate or baking.

Which Should You Choose?

Best for

• Peppermint Stick bar: people who enjoy crunchy, minty chocolate they can nibble right out of the wrapper.
• Orange Chocolate Disc: those who like making Mexican-style hot chocolate or want a smooth, meltable chocolate for baking.

Not for

• Peppermint Stick bar: if you want a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate for sipping or melting.
• Orange Chocolate Disc: if you need a single-serve, low-cost option and don’t want a variety pack.

Both the Peppermint Stick dark bark and the Orange Chocolate Disc capture Taza’s bold, stone-ground character. If you want instant festive crunch, grab a Peppermint Stick bar. If you prefer a slower, meltier experience for hot chocolate or baking, explore the Winter Warmer Sampler. Whichever you pick, you’re getting organic, Direct Trade chocolate made with care—just make sure to get it before the seasonal supply runs out.