About Kessel Bars

Kessel Bars started with a search for a delicious and healthy energy bar that could work as hard as I do.

I do physical labor for work, and I needed something that gave real, steady energy without feeling like candy or cardboard. After trying what felt like everything on the market, nothing hit the right spot—either it tasted good but felt junky, or it was “healthy” but not something I actually wanted to eat every day. I wanted full control over what I was eating, so I got started.

What began as an experiment to fuel long workdays quickly became my go‑to bar for hiking and rock climbing too. It was the one bar I kept reaching for—on the job, on the trail, and at the crag.

Kessel Bars are made from simple, real food ingredients, designed to deliver healthy, indulgent energy that you can eat every day, love eating, and feel good about afterward.

Where things are now:

Kessel Bars is in its early days. I’m still developing recipes as I get feedback, exploring packaging, and working toward a larger launch near the end of 2026. For now, I’m making very small batches myself and gathering feedback from people who actually hike, work, train, and snack.

If you’d like to follow along—or be the first to know when bars are ready to ship—please leave your email. I’ll only send occasional updates about progress, tastings, and launch plans.

Want to try the bars early?

If you’re interested in purchasing small‑batch trail bars before full production begins, I’m currently offering limited runs by direct inquiry. Availability is very limited and mostly local for now.

You can reach me at Dan@KesselBars.com with the subject line “Kessel Bars – Early Batch”.

Currently, bars are $5 each, and I provide a 20% discount when you purchase a 'box' of 10 bars at a time. (In the future that may be reduced to first time purchases and subscriptions, but we'll see).

Shipping is not yet widely available, but can be arranged and will be added to the order. Inquire for details.

For the time being, pickup is the easiest option, from my home residence in Holyoke, or from the climbing gym on Thursdays when I'm there. Home drop-ins not welcome, be sure to arrange ahead of time. But also I usually have a few extra at the gym so feel free to hit me up there.

Current Flavor Selection

Some ingredients or combinations may change before production.

Giant PB Cups / PBC Crunch Bars may soon be added to the selection list. Some recipe testing is being done to increase ingredient purity, and will be added if the quality meets my standards while staying cost effective.

Classic Blueberry
  • Dates
  • Cashews
  • Pecans
  • Pistachios
  • Honey
  • Cacao Nibs
  • Dried Blueberries

Double Chocolate Cherry
  • Dates
  • Cashews
  • Pecans
  • Pistachios
  • Honey
  • Cacao Nibs
  • Cacao Powder
  • Dried Cherries

Apple Crisp
  • Dates
  • Peanuts
  • Almonds
  • Walnuts
  • Maple Syrup
  • Cacao Nibs
  • Freeze Dried Apples
  • Saigon Cinnamon

Banana Coconut
  • Dates
  • Peanuts
  • Almonds
  • Walnuts
  • Maple Syrup
  • Toasted Coconut Chips
  • Freeze Dried Banana Powder