Introduction to Craft Chocolate

Introduction to Craft Chocolate

Introduction to craft chocolate Cusco Peru

Discover the fundamentals of craft chocolate and learn how to recognize quality beyond the label.

This experience offers a guided introduction to the world of bean-to-bar chocolate, exploring the key differences between industrial and craft production, and why origin, processing, and transparency matter.

Led by Fiorella Richter, you will develop a foundational understanding of chocolate through sensory analysis, learning how to identify flavor notes, evaluate quality, and read chocolate with a more informed perspective.

Designed as both an educational and tasting experience, this session provides the essential tools to navigate the world of fine chocolate with confidence.

Duration: 90 minutes

Includes:

  • Guided tasting of craft chocolates
  • Introduction to bean-to-bar chocolate
  • Differences between industrial and craft chocolate
  • Basic sensory analysis and flavor recognition
  • Tools to read labels and understand the origin

Format

  • Small group setting (maximum 6 participants)

  • Educational + guided practice

  • All materials included

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.
  • For students, use the code: studentcacao

FAQ

Do I need prior knowledge about chocolate?
No, this is an introductory experience designed for beginners and curious learners.

What will I learn in this session?
You will understand how chocolate is made, how to identify quality, and how to taste chocolate using sensory tools.

Is this similar to a chocolate-making workshop?
No, this experience focuses on tasting, education, and understanding chocolate—not on making it.

Where does the experience take place?
In Cusco the historic center of Cusco, at Kaukawa Cacao.

What language is the experience in?
Available in English and Spanish.

 

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