Global cocoa shortage clips the wings of Whittaker’s chocolate kiwis

Customers have reported they are unable to find Whittaker’s chocolate kiwis on shelves this year. The Wellington chocolatiers have confirmed they are not producing the Easter product in 2025. The company has blamed a global chocolate shortage and limited production capabilities.

There’s one less local option for chocolate fans this Easter, with Whittaker’s chocolate kiwis off the shelves. The company has blamed a global cocoa shortage and limited production capabilities. Customer Diana Miller buys the seasonal treat every year and looks forward to their release.



“I’m a cost-conscious customer so I monitor the prices in the lead-up to Easter and buy them in the weeks that they’re on sale.”.