The experts praised its high quality and taste.

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Its finally that time: peppermint bark season.

The experts applauded it for its balanced flavor, thickness, and quality.

Chocolate peppermint bark candy on white plate with red snowflake mug filled with hot cocoa for Santa

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Lichty sums up the general sentiment: Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark is the BEST!

When it comes to flavor, Williams Sonoma nails the balance between dark and white chocolate, says Pallian.

Its not too sweet, and it doesnt taste artificial.

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As for the chocolate itself, Kasavan says, Quality chocolate is the key to good peppermint bark.

WS uses a blend ofGuittard chocolatein theirs, and the flavor is very well balanced.

Cocoa butter melts smoothly at body temperature, which gives chocolate that luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth feel."

Ashley Rix speaks to the best storage methods.

Long-term, Id put it in an airtight container, in a cool, dry place.

You could also freeze for even longer storage."

Eat it straight from the tin, she says.

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