Kit Kat – Iconic Chocolate Wafer Bar

Kit Kat – Iconic Chocolate Wafer Bar

Kit Kat is a world-famous chocolate-covered wafer bar, introduced in 1935 by Rowntree’s in York, UK. Now produced globally by Nestlé (and under license in the U.S. by Hershey), Kit Kat offers the perfect balance of crisp wafer and smooth milk chocolate. 

Why People Love It

• Distinctive Breakable Fingers: Standard bars feature 2 or 4 “fingers,” each with three wafer layers wrapped in chocolate — designed for sharing or snacking. 

• Variety of Flavours & Formats: Beyond the classic milk version, Kit Kat comes in Chunky, Pop Choc, white, dark, vegan, and many local special editions around the world. 

• Sustainable Cocoa: Kit Kat sources 100% of its cocoa through the Nestlé Cocoa Plan, certified by the Rainforest Alliance, helping improve farmers’ livelihoods and promote environmental practices. 

• Iconic Slogan: Known for the famous line — “Have a break, have a Kit Kat.” 

Quick Facts

• Founded by Rowntree’s in 1935; rebranded as Kit Kat in 1937. 

• Produced in more than a dozen countries globally. 

• Kit Kat’s brand name comes from a 17th-century London literary club called the “Kit-Cat Club.” 

• Over the years, launched hundreds of unique flavors — especially in Japan, where seasonal and quirky tastes like matcha and sake are popular.