Who owns Choco Rica?
Choco Rica is owned by Grupo Rica (Dominican Republic).[1]
This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.
Key facts
- Current owner
- Pasteurizadora Rica, C. por A. reported
- Owned since
- Not recorded
- Previous owner
- None recorded
- Owner HQ
- 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo
- Origin
- 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
- Founded
- 1970
- Category
- Food › Dairy & alternatives › Milk & cream
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About Choco Rica
Choco Rica is a semi-skimmed chocolate milk drink Pasteurizadora Rica launched in 1970 alongside its Rica Orange Juice, described by the company as providing calcium, protein and vitamins A and D "with an incomparable chocolate flavour that has accompanied the family for generations." It is positioned as part of a balanced diet rather than as a confectionery-style drink.
Ownership timeline of Choco Rica
- ? – present Grupo Rica [1] reported
Where Choco Rica sits in Grupo Rica
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Choco Rica?
The parent company of Choco Rica is Grupo Rica, a privately held company headquartered in Dominican Republic.
Is Choco Rica Dominican?
Yes. Choco Rica originated in Dominican Republic in 1970 and its owner, Grupo Rica, is also headquartered in Dominican Republic.
Is Choco Rica still owned by Grupo Rica?
Yes. As of 21 September 2026, Choco Rica is still owned by Grupo Rica. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
Sources (1) & corrections
Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.
- [1] Grupo Rica — Our History — Pasteurizadora Rica, C. por A., Official document; retrieved 21 September 2026.
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