50 best Chocolate Box

The 50 Best Chocolate Box — Cacao of Excellence

An exclusive, limited-edition box featuring selections from the Cacao of Excellence 2023 & 2025 awards – The 50 Best Chocolates.

This guided tasting introduces participants to the global standards and evaluation protocols of the Cacao of Excellence (CoEx) program. Led by Fiorella Richter, Peruvian chocolate maker and student of the Cacao of Excellence Program, trained and certified through their laboratory, this session offers a rare opportunity to explore some of the finest chocolates internationally recognized.

A journey across cacao origins — traveling the world through chocolate. Peru is included, of course. 

Participants taste five curated samples, traveling across 5 continents through chocolate — discovering how terroir, genetics, and fermentation shape flavor and learning about traceability. 

What’s included

  • Guided tasting of 5 curated award-winning chocolates
  • Introduction to CoEx protocols and standards 
  • Use of the chocolate flavor wheel
  • Small group setting (max. 6 participants)

Booking

Participation agreement

  • This tasting experience requires a minimum of two participants.
  • Guests are welcome to join with friends, family and other members of their group. Please note that we do not combine individual bookings to form groups.

FAQ

  • Do I need prior knowledge about fine or craft chocolate?
    No, this experience is designed for all levels, from beginners to enthusiasts.
  • Is this experience suitable for vegans?
    Yes, most chocolates are dairy-free. Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.
  • Where does the experience take place?
    In Cusco's historic center, at Kaukawa Cacao.
  • How many people are in each session?
    Small groups of 8 people maximum to ensure a personalized and high-quality experience.
  • What language is the experience in?
    Available in English and Spanish.