Corona

🍫 Corona – The Alexandria Confectionery & Chocolate Co.

Founded in 1919 by Tommy Christo in Ismailia, Corona is Egypt’s first and most iconic chocolate & confectionery manufacturer . After nationalization in 1963 and re-privatization in 2000 under Sami Saad Group , Corona continues to be a household name, blending heritage with innovation to delight generations with premium chocolates, wafers, biscuits, candies, and spreads.

📦 Main Product Portfolio

• Chocolate Bars: Extra Milk, Dark, Hazelnut
• Cocoa & Couverture: Premium baking & professional use
• Wafers & Biscuits: Rocket wafer & assorted biscuits
• Candies: Soft caramels & hard sweets
• Jelly Sweets: Fruity chewy delights

🌍 Target Markets

Corona is a beloved domestic Egyptian brand while also exporting around 15% of its production to markets including USA, Libya, Tunisia, and Kenya . Its reputation for quality and nostalgia makes it a trusted name both locally and abroad.

📞 Contact Information

• Company Name: Corona – The Alexandria Confectionery & Chocolate Co.
• Headquarters: Alexandria, Egypt
• Founded: 1919
• Ownership: Sami Saad Group
• Export Markets: USA, Libya, Tunisia, Kenya