I followed instructions and didn't open it when I got it. the box was litteraly hot... because post office, so I put it in the fridge for a bit. I took a couple of bites and that is delicious. the dark chocolate, just the right sweetness and nutty fudgieness (is that a word?) is second to none. well done, my friend. should be a popular treat... I just went and took another bite, they're better room temp. soooo good! oshigood.us